Hugh Nanney facts for kids
Hugh Nanney (born around 1669 – died 1701) lived at Nannau Hall, near Dolgellau, in Wales. He was an important Welsh figure who served as a Member of Parliament and also as a Vice-Admiral for North Wales.
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Who Was Hugh Nanney?
Hugh Nanney was the second son of Hugh Nanney, who also lived at Nannau Hall. He grew up in a well-known family in Wales.
Early Life and Education
Hugh Nanney received a good education. He attended Eton College, a famous school, and then went to Jesus College, Oxford in 1687. At Oxford, he officially joined the university to begin his studies.
In the same year, 1687, he also started studying law at Lincoln's Inn. This was a place where people learned to become lawyers. Later, he took over the family estate after his older brother passed away.
A Career in Politics
Hugh Nanney became a Member of Parliament in 1695. This meant he was chosen by the people of Merioneth to represent them in the English Parliament. As an MP, he helped make laws and decisions for the country.
Besides his political role, Hugh Nanney also had important military duties. From 1697 until his death in 1701, he was the Vice-Admiral of North Wales. A Vice-Admiral is a high-ranking officer in the navy, responsible for naval matters in a specific area.
In 1697, he also took charge of the combined Caernarfonshire and Merionethshire Militia. The militia was a group of ordinary citizens trained to act as soldiers in times of need.
Family and Legacy
In 1690, Hugh Nanney married Catherine. She was the daughter of William Vaughan and had been married before. Hugh and Catherine had four daughters together.
His daughter Janet became his main heiress, meaning she inherited his property. She married Robert Vaughan of Hengwrt. Because of this marriage, the Nannau family estate eventually passed to the Vaughan family.
