John Salesbury facts for kids
John Salesbury (born 1533, died 1580) was an important Welsh politician. He lived in places like Rûg, near Corwen, Merionethshire, and Bachymbyd, near Ruthin, Denbighshire.
John Salesbury came from the powerful Salusbury family in Wales. His family was connected to Lleweni Hall. His ancestor, also named John Salesbury (who died around 1540), was a very important person. This older John was in charge of Conway Castle and Denbigh Castle. He also held important jobs like Chancellor and Chamberlain for Denbighshire, which meant he helped manage the area's money and government.
John Salesbury's Family Life
John Salesbury married Elizabeth, who was the daughter of another important person, Sir John Salusbury II. Her family also lived at Lleweni Hall.
John and Elizabeth had children. Their son, Robert Salesbury, inherited the family home in Bachymbyd. Robert also grew up to become a Member of Parliament, just like his father. Their daughter, Margaret, married Sir John Lloyd.
John Salesbury's Political Career
John Salesbury was a Member of Parliament (MP) in the Parliament of England. An MP is like a representative who speaks for the people of a certain area in the government.
He served as an MP for different areas in Wales:
- He represented Denbigh Boroughs in April 1554 and again in 1558.
- He represented Merioneth in October 1553.
- He represented Denbighshire in 1559.
Being an MP meant John Salesbury helped make laws and decisions for the country during his time.
