Robert Cholmondeley, 1st Earl of Leinster facts for kids
Robert Cholmondeley, 1st Earl of Leinster (born June 26, 1584 – died October 8, 1659), was an important English noble. He was a strong supporter of King Charles I during the English Civil War, a big conflict in England's history.
Robert Cholmondeley's Life
Robert Cholmondeley was born in Crouch End, Highgate, Middlesex, on June 26, 1584. His parents were Sir Hugh Cholmondeley and Mary Holford.
He received a special title called a Baronet on June 29, 1611. This was an honor given by the King.
Robert Cholmondeley held important jobs in his time. In 1620, he was the High Sheriff of Cheshire. This role was like a chief law enforcement officer for the county. In 1625, he became a Member of Parliament (MP) for Cheshire. This meant he helped make laws for the country.
He received more noble titles as he got older. In 1628, he became Viscount Cholmondeley of Kells. Later, on September 1, 1645, he was made Baron Cholmondeley of Wich Malbank. Finally, on March 5, 1646, he was given the highest title, Earl of Leinster, in Ireland.
Robert Cholmondeley passed away on October 8, 1659. He was buried in the main part of Malpas church.
His Family and Legacy
Robert Cholmondeley was married to Catherine Stanhope. She was the daughter of John Stanhope, Lord of Harrington.
Robert died at Cholmondeley, Cheshire. He did not have any children who lived to inherit his titles. Because of this, his family's lands and properties went to his nephew, Robert Cholmondeley. This nephew was the son of Robert's brother, Hugh.
Since Robert Cholmondeley had no direct children to pass his titles to, all his special noble titles ended when he died.
