Richard Rogers (died 1643) facts for kids
Richard Rogers (born around 1611, died 1643) was an English gentleman and soldier. He was a member of the House of Commons, which is like a part of today's Parliament, from 1640 to 1642. Richard Rogers supported the Royalist side during the English Civil War. The Royalists were people who supported King Charles I during the war.
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Who Was Richard Rogers?
Richard Rogers was the son of Sir John Rogers from a place called Kilve. His father passed away in 1613. Later, his mother married again and her name became Margaret Banastre. Richard Rogers became an adult in 1632.
What Was His Role in Parliament?
In April 1640, Richard Rogers was chosen to be one of the two Members of Parliament for Dorset. This happened during a short meeting of Parliament known as the Short Parliament. He was chosen again for Dorset later that year for the Long Parliament. However, on September 12, 1642, he was removed from his position. This happened because he sent soldiers to Sherborne Castle to support the King during the Civil War.
Richard Rogers' Family Life
Richard Rogers married Anne Cheek. Anne was the daughter of Sir Thomas Cheek. Richard and Anne had two daughters, Elizabeth and Rogersa.
What Happened After His Death?
Richard Rogers died in 1643 when he was only 32 years old. After he passed away, his wife, Anne, married again to Robert Rich, 3rd Earl of Warwick. Richard's daughters, Elizabeth and Rogersa, were left in the care of his mother and Sir Lancelot Lake. Sir Lancelot Lake was married to Anne's sister, Frances.
Who Did His Daughters Marry?
Elizabeth Rogers married two times. Her first husband was Charles Cavendish, Viscount Mansfield. Later, she married Charles Stewart, 6th Duke of Lennox. Rogersa, Richard's other daughter, married Sir Henry Belasyse.
