Robert Ladbroke facts for kids
Sir Robert Ladbroke (born 1713, died 1773) was an important English businessman and politician. He was a member of the British Parliament from 1754 to 1770. He also held the important job of Lord Mayor of London in 1747.
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Early Life and Career
Sir Robert Ladbroke came from a family in Warwickshire, England. He moved to London to start his business career. He quickly became successful in the city.
In 1741, he was chosen as an Alderman of London. An Alderman was a senior member of the city's government. In 1743, he became a Sheriff of London. A Sheriff helped manage the city and its laws.
Because of his important work, he was made a knight in 1744. This meant he could use "Sir" before his name.
Becoming Lord Mayor and MP
In 1747, Sir Robert Ladbroke was elected Lord Mayor of London. This was a very high honor. The Lord Mayor is the leader of the City of London's government.
From 1754 to 1770, he served as a Member of Parliament for the City of London. As an MP, he helped make laws for the country in the British Parliament.
Family and Business
In 1771, Sir Robert Ladbroke joined a banking business. He became a partner in a London bank called Ladbroke, Rawlinson and Porker. His son and his son-in-law, Walter Rawlinson, were also partners.
Sir Robert bought a large house called Idlicote House in Warwickshire in 1759. He was married to Elizabeth Brown. Their only son, also named Robert, followed in his father's footsteps. Robert Junior also became a banker and politician. He later sold Idlicote House and moved to Surrey.
Sir Robert Ladbroke's grandson, Felix Ladbroke, also became a banker and was a well-known cricketer.
His Memorial
Sir Robert Ladbroke was buried at Christ Church in Spitalfields, London. A special monument was built there to remember him. It was designed by a famous artist named John Flaxman.
Images for kids
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A portrait of Sir Robert Ladbroke from 1750.
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Idlicote House, which Sir Robert Ladbroke bought.
