John Mordaunt (speaker) facts for kids
Sir John Mordaunt (died 1506) was an important English person during the Tudor period. He owned land, worked as a lawyer, and was a member of Parliament. He even became the Speaker of the House of Commons, which is a very important job in government. He also held the position of Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster.
Early Life and Beginnings
John Mordaunt was the son of William Mordaunt from Turvey, a town in Bedfordshire, England. He went to a special school called the Middle Temple to become a lawyer. This training helped him understand laws and government.
He also had some military experience. In 1484, King Richard III asked him to help fight against the Scots. Later, in 1487, he fought for King Henry VII in a battle at Stoke.
A Career in Parliament
Sir John Mordaunt became a Member of Parliament (MP) several times. An MP is someone chosen to represent a group of people in the government.
- In 1485 and 1487, he served as an MP.
- In 1487, he was chosen to be the Speaker of the House of Commons. This means he was in charge of leading meetings and debates in Parliament.
- He was elected MP for Grantham in 1491.
- In 1495, he became a "knight of the shire" for Bedfordshire. This was another way of saying he was an MP for that area.
Rising in Government
During the 1490s, Sir John Mordaunt became even more involved in government and law. He was very good at his job.
- In 1503, he was made a knight by the king for his hard work and service.
- In 1504, he was given the important role of High Steward of Cambridge University. This meant he helped manage the university's affairs.
- Later that same year, he was chosen to become the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. This was a powerful role, managing lands and money for the king.
Family and Legacy
Sir John Mordaunt passed away in 1506 and was buried in Turvey church. He was married to Edith, and they had at least two sons and one daughter. His oldest son, also named John, later became the first Lord Mordaunt, continuing the family's importance.
