Robert Parkhurst (died 1674) facts for kids
Sir Robert Parkhurst (who passed away in 1674) was an English politician. He was a member of the House of Commons in 1659. The House of Commons is a very important part of the English government, where elected people make laws for the country.
Who Was Sir Robert Parkhurst?
Robert Parkhurst was the son of another important person, also named Sir Robert Parkhurst. His mother was Elizabeth Baker.
He went to Emmanuel College, Cambridge, which is a famous university, starting in 1647. After that, he also studied at the Inner Temple in 1648. The Inner Temple is a place where people train to become lawyers.
Robert Parkhurst married Sarah Gayer. Her father was Sir John Gayer, who lived in a place called Stoke Poges. When his father died in 1651, Robert inherited his family's lands and properties, including a place called Pyrford.
His Time in Parliament
In 1659, Robert Parkhurst was chosen to be a Member of Parliament (often called an MP). This means he was elected to represent the town of Guildford in the government. He served in what was known as the Third Protectorate Parliament.
A short time later, on June 9, 1660, he received a special honor: he was "knighted." This meant he was given the title "Sir" before his name, usually by the King or Queen, for his service. Robert's brother, John, was also an MP, showing that politics ran in their family.
Robert Parkhurst passed away in 1674. He was buried at Holy Trinity Church in Guildford on November 20, 1674.
