Percival Hart (16th-century MP) facts for kids
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Sir Percival Hart (born January 14, 1569 – died March 8, 1642) lived at Lullingstone Castle in Kent, England. He was an English politician. This means he helped make decisions and laws for the country.
Sir Percival Hart's Life
Percival Hart was the oldest son of Sir George Hart, who also lived at Lullingstone. He studied at New College, Oxford in 1584. Later, he also studied law at Gray's Inn in 1602.
His Work as a Politician
Sir Percival Hart became a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is a person chosen to represent a certain area in the country's government. He represented Kent in 1598. Later, in 1601, he represented Lewes.
In 1601, he was knighted. This means he was given the title "Sir" by the King or Queen for his service. In May 1603, he sent gifts like fish and poultry from his home at Lullingstone to King James at Theobalds.
His Family Life
Sir Percival Hart married two times. His first wife was Anne Manwood. She was the daughter of Sir Roger Manwood. His second wife was Jane Stanhope. She was the daughter of Edward Stanhope. He also married Mary Morrison.
Sir Percival Hart had at least two sons and one daughter. His oldest son from his first marriage, William, took over Lullingstone Castle after him. His second son was Sir Henry Hart. Sir Henry's son, also named Sir Percival Hart, later inherited Lullingstone Castle when William passed away without children.
