Richard Scrope, 3rd Baron Scrope of Bolton facts for kids
Richard Scrope, 3rd Baron Scrope of Bolton (born May 31, 1394 – died August 29, 1420) was an important person in the English nobility during the 1400s. He lived in Yorkshire, England.
Richard was the only son of Roger Scrope, 2nd Baron Scrope of Bolton and Margaretha Tiptoft. When his father passed away in 1403, Richard was still young. Because of this, Queen Katherine became his guardian. She looked after his lands and also arranged his marriage. By 1413, the Queen arranged for Richard to marry Margaret. She was the daughter of Ralph Neville, 1st Earl of Westmorland.
A Life of Service
Richard Scrope played a part in the big wars of his time. He served King Henry V during the Hundred Years' War against France.
Fighting in France
Richard was a brave leader in King Henry V's campaigns in France.
- He brought 15 knights (called men-at-arms) and 45 archers to the famous Battle of Agincourt. This was a very important battle where England won a great victory.
- He also led a group of ships during the Siege of Harfleur. These ships included barges and balingers, which are types of medieval boats.
Defending England
In his later years, Richard Scrope helped protect England's coast. He worked to defend the north-east part of England from attacks by Scottish ships. In 1418, he was based in Kingston upon Hull. He commanded a large group of 120 knights and 240 archers there.
His Final Years
Richard Scrope passed away in Rouen, France, on August 29, 1420. He was only 26 years old. His wife, Margaret, lived for many more years, until 1463. After Richard's death, his lands became part of a disagreement. This was because of his marriage into the powerful Neville family. His family and the Nevilles had a dispute over who would control his properties.
