Philip Warwick facts for kids

Sir Philip Warwick was an important English writer and politician. He was born in Westminster on December 24, 1609. His father, Thomas Warwick, was a musician. Sir Philip lived until January 15, 1683.

Sir Philip Warwick's Life and Career

Sir Philip Warwick went to school at Eton. After his studies, he traveled to other countries for a while. In 1636, he became a secretary to a very important government official, the Lord High Treasurer, William Juxon.

Working in Parliament

Later, Sir Philip became a member of a special group of lawmakers called the Long Parliament. He represented the area of New Radnor Boroughs. He was one of the members who voted against a harsh legal punishment for a powerful person named Strafford.

When the English Civil War began, Sir Philip was loyal to King Charles I. He even followed the King to Oxford. He fought in the Battle of Edgehill. This was one of the first big battles of the war.

Serving the King

Sir Philip also worked as one of the King's secretaries. He helped with important talks between the King and Parliament. These talks happened at places like Hampton Court. King Charles I spoke very highly of Sir Philip's work. This was just before the King's execution.

After the King's death, England was ruled by Oliver Cromwell. Sir Philip Warwick later wrote about Cromwell. He described Cromwell's simple clothes and his strong, passionate way of speaking.

Life After the Civil War

Sir Philip stayed in England during the time when the country was called the English Commonwealth. He quietly supported King Charles II. Many royalist leaders trusted him.

When King Charles II returned to power in 1660, he made Philip a knight. This meant he was now called "Sir Philip." In 1661, he became a Member of Parliament for Westminster. He also became secretary to another Lord Treasurer, Lord Southampton. He kept this job until 1667.

Sir Philip Warwick had one son, also named Philip Warwick. The younger Philip Warwick (1640–1683) later became an envoy to Sweden in 1680. An envoy is like a special representative from one country to another.

Sir Philip Warwick's Writings

Sir Philip Warwick is best known for his book called Memoirs of the reigne of King Charles I, with a continuation to the happy restoration of King Charles II. He wrote this book between 1675 and 1677. It was published in London in 1701. The book tells about the time when King Charles I ruled and what happened after.