Nicholas Poyntz (MP died 1585) facts for kids
Sir Nicholas Poyntz (born around 1528 – died 1585) was an English politician. He was an important person in his time, serving in the English Parliament and holding other key roles.
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Sir Nicholas Poyntz: A Life in Politics
Sir Nicholas Poyntz was born around 1528. He was the oldest son of another important person, Sir Nicholas Poyntz, who worked for the royal court and represented Gloucestershire in Parliament. His mother was Joan Berkeley.
Early Life and Family
When his father passed away in 1566, Nicholas took over the family's responsibilities. He was made a knight in 1559. This was a special honor given by the Queen or King.
Nicholas married twice. His first wife was Anne Verney. They had a son named John Pointz and two daughters. Later, he married Margaret Stanley. With Margaret, he had three more sons.
Roles in Government
Sir Nicholas Poyntz was a Member of Parliament (MP). This means he was chosen to represent people in the Parliament of England, which is like today's government law-making body.
- In 1559, he was an MP for a place called Totnes.
- In 1571, he became an MP for his home county, Gloucestershire.
He also held the important job of High Sheriff of Gloucestershire from 1569 to 1570. A High Sheriff was like a chief law enforcement officer for a county. They helped keep the peace and made sure laws were followed.
Later Years and Legacy
Sir Nicholas Poyntz passed away in 1585. At the time, there were some questions about his religious beliefs, as he was thought by some to be a Roman Catholic. After he died, his will (a document saying how his property should be shared) caused a long legal argument that lasted for many years.
