Peter Thellusson, 1st Baron Rendlesham facts for kids
Peter Isaac Thellusson, 1st Baron Rendlesham (born October 13, 1761 – died September 16, 1808), was an important British businessman and politician. He was known for his work as a merchant, a banker, and a Member of Parliament.
Peter Isaac Thellusson was the oldest son of Peter Thellusson. His father was a very rich merchant from London. The elder Peter had moved to Britain from France in 1760. His mother was Ann Woodford. After his father passed away, the family's large fortune became part of a famous legal case called the Thellusson will case.
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Early Life and Business
Peter Isaac Thellusson went to Harrow School. This was a well-known school at the time. After his education, he took over his family's successful business.
A Banker's Role
Like his father, Peter Isaac also became a director of the Bank of England. He held this important position from 1787 to 1806. A director helps to manage the bank and make big decisions.
Political Career
Peter Isaac Thellusson also had a career in politics. He became a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is a person elected to represent an area in the British Parliament.
Serving in Parliament
He represented several different areas in Parliament:
- Midhurst from 1795 to 1796
- Malmesbury from 1796 to 1802
- Castle Rising from 1802 to 1806
- Bossiney from 1807 to 1808
Becoming a Baron
In 1806, Peter Isaac Thellusson was given a special title. He was made a Baron in the Peerage of Ireland. This meant he became Baron Rendlesham, named after Rendlesham in Suffolk. Being a Baron gave him a noble title and a seat in the House of Lords.
Family and Legacy
Lord Rendlesham lived at Rendlesham Hall. He passed away in September 1808. He was only 46 years old.
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He was married to Elizabeth Eleanor. She was the daughter of John Cornwall, a merchant who traded with Russia. After Peter Isaac's death, his oldest son, John, became the next Baron Rendlesham.
