Robert Spencer, 1st Baron Spencer of Wormleighton facts for kids
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Robert Spencer, Lord Spencer of Wormleighton
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Robert Spencer, 1st Baron Spencer of Wormleighton
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| Born | 1570 Althorp, Northamptonshire |
| Died | 25 October 1627 Althorp, Northamptonshire
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| Spouse(s) | Margaret Willoughby |
| Children | 8 (including William Spencer, 2nd Baron Spencer of Wormleighton, Richard Spencer, and Edward Spencer) |
| Parent(s) | John Spencer Mary Catlyn |
Robert Spencer, 1st Baron Spencer of Wormleighton was an important English nobleman who lived from 1570 to 1627. He was a member of the famous Spencer family. Robert Spencer was not just a wealthy landowner; he also worked as a politician. He was a Member of Parliament (MP) and later received the special title of Baron Spencer.
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Robert Spencer's Life
Robert Spencer was born in 1570 in a place called Althorp, in Northamptonshire, England. His father was John Spencer, and his mother was Mary Catlyn.
Early Career in Politics
Robert Spencer became a Member of Parliament for Brackley in 1597, serving until 1598. This meant he helped make laws for England. In 1600, he was a Commissioner for Musters in Northamptonshire. This role involved organizing local soldiers. He also served as the Sheriff of Northamptonshire from 1601 to 1602. In 1601, he was honored as a Knight of the Order of the Garter, a very important award.
Welcoming Royalty
In 1603, a special event happened at his home in Althorp. Anne of Denmark, who was the Queen, and Prince Henry visited him. Robert Spencer welcomed them with a special play called The Entertainment at Althorp. This play was written by a famous writer named Ben Jonson.
Becoming a Baron
On July 21, 1603, Robert Spencer was given the title of 1st Baron Spencer of Wormleighton. This made him a "peer" of England, a high-ranking nobleman. Later, in 1607, he was chosen to represent England in important peace talks. These talks were held in The Hague and involved Spain and the Netherlands.
Robert Spencer's Family
On February 15, 1587, Robert Spencer married Margaret Willoughby. She was the daughter of Sir Francis Willoughby. Robert and Margaret had eight children together.
Robert Spencer's Children
- Sir Henry Spencer (1587-1632) married Lady Joan Church.
- Mary Spencer (born 1588 – died 1658) married Richard Anderson.
- Elizabeth Spencer (born 1589 – died 1618) married George Fane.
- Sir John Spencer (1590 – 1610).
- William Spencer, 2nd Baron Spencer of Wormleighton (born 1592 – died 1636) married Lady Penelope Wriothesley.
- Sir Richard Spencer (born 1593 – died 1661) married Mary Sandys.
- Sir Edward Spencer (born 1594 – died 1656) married Margaret Goldsmith.
- Margaret Spencer (1597 – 1613).
