Oley Douglas facts for kids
Oley Douglas (born March 21, 1684 – died November 9, 1719) was a British politician. He served as a Member of Parliament, helping to make important decisions for Great Britain during his time.
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Who Was Oley Douglas?
Oley Douglas was born in 1684. His family was well-known in the areas of Newcastle upon Tyne and Northumberland, England. His father was John Douglas. Oley was the oldest son in his family who lived to adulthood.
Early Life and Learning
In 1703, Oley Douglas began his studies at Gray's Inn. This was a famous place in London where people learned to become lawyers. It was like a special school for law students.
Becoming a Lawyer
After several years of hard work, Oley finished his law studies. In 1710, he was "called to the bar." This means he officially became a lawyer. He was then allowed to argue cases in court.
A Role in Parliament
Oley Douglas decided to enter politics. He became a Member of Parliament, often called an MP. An MP is a person chosen by the public to represent them in the country's government. They work in the Parliament to create and change laws.
Representing Morpeth
From 1713 to 1715, Oley Douglas was the MP for Morpeth. Morpeth is a town in Northumberland, England. During these years, he worked to represent the people of Morpeth in Parliament. He helped to make decisions that affected the entire country.
Family and Later Years
Oley Douglas married Mary Harris in 1718. Mary was the daughter of Richard Harris, a successful merchant from London. Together, Oley and Mary had one daughter. Oley Douglas passed away in 1719 when he was 35 years old.
