Nicholas Throckmorton (alias Carew) facts for kids

Sir Nicholas Throckmorton (who later changed his name to Carew) was an important English politician. He lived a long time ago, in the 1600s. He was a member of the House of Commons, which is like a part of today's Parliament. He served there in two different periods, between 1601 and 1622. He passed away in February 1644.

Early Life and Education

Nicholas Throckmorton was the son of Sir Nicholas Throckmorton and Anne Carew. His family lived in Paulerspury, Northamptonshire. His mother, Anne, was the daughter of Sir Nicholas Carew from Beddington, Surrey.

Nicholas's father passed away when Nicholas was still a child. He inherited some money, £500, and a share in a business that controlled salt. His mother died in 1587, leaving him jewelry and household items.

Even though he often used his mother's family name, he didn't inherit the main family estates. These lands, Beddington and Coulsdon in Surrey, were given to a relative, Sir Edward Darcy, by Queen Elizabeth I in 1589.

Nicholas traveled to Italy around 1588. He continued his education there, studying in Padua in 1590.

Political Career

Nicholas Throckmorton became a politician. In 1601, he was chosen to be a Member of Parliament for Lyme Regis.

In June 1603, he was knighted at Beddington, which means he received the title "Sir." He also became a Justice of the Peace for Surrey. This role meant he helped keep law and order in the area.

In 1613, he was given an important job as the Chamberlain of the Exchequer. He held this position until he passed away. The Chamberlain of the Exchequer was a high-ranking official who managed the country's money.

Later, in 1621, he was elected as a Member of Parliament again. This time, he represented the area of Surrey.

Name Change

Nicholas Throckmorton inherited property from his uncle, Francis Carew of Beddington. Because of this inheritance, he decided to change his last name. In May 1611, he officially changed his name to Carew.

Family Life

Sir Nicholas Throckmorton (or Carew) was married twice.

First Marriage

Before 1599, he married Mary More. She was the daughter of Sir George More from Loseley Park, Surrey. Nicholas and Mary had a large family with five sons and three daughters.

At one point, around 1604, Nicholas wrote to Mary's father, Sir George More, asking for financial help. He said that if he didn't get the help, he would have to leave the country, and his wife and children would be left without support.

Second Marriage

By 1618, he married Susan Butler. She was a widow from Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk. Her previous husband was Henry Butler, a merchant from London. Nicholas and Susan had one son and one daughter together.

Nicholas also had famous siblings. His brother was Arthur Throckmorton. His sister, Elizabeth, married the famous explorer and writer Sir Walter Raleigh.

One of his great-grandsons, Sir Nicholas Carew, 1st Baronet, also became a Member of Parliament.

Death

Sir Nicholas Throckmorton or Carew passed away in February 1644. He was buried in the church at Beddington.