John Malet (died 1570) facts for kids
John Malet (died 1570) was an important person from Woolleigh in Beaford, Devon, England. He served his community in several big ways. He was the Sheriff of Devon in 1562. He also became a Member of Parliament (MP) for two different towns: Plymouth in 1554 and Bodmin from 1562 to 1567.
What Was a Sheriff?
In John Malet's time, a Sheriff was a very important local official. They were like the chief law enforcement officer for a county. The Sheriff made sure laws were followed and helped keep the peace. They also helped collect taxes and manage local elections.
What Was a Member of Parliament?
A Member of Parliament, or MP, is someone chosen to represent a town or area in the country's main government meeting. This meeting is called Parliament. MPs help make laws and discuss important issues for the country. John Malet served as an MP for Plymouth and Bodmin, meaning he spoke for the people of those towns.
John Malet's Family
John Malet was the oldest son of his father and his father's second wife, Anne Hatch. He married Alice Monck. Her family, the Moncks, were also well-known in Devon. Alice's great-great-grandnephew was George Monck, 1st Duke of Albemarle, a famous general and politician.
