Sir Edward Bagot, 4th Baronet facts for kids
Sir Edward Bagot, 4th Baronet (born January 21, 1674 – died May 1712) was an important person in English history. He became the 4th Baronet of Blithfield Hall in Staffordshire after his father, Sir Walter Bagot, passed away in 1704. Being a Baronet meant he held a special title, passed down through his family, which was given by the King or Queen.
Who Was Sir Edward Bagot?
Sir Edward Bagot was a notable figure from the late 1600s and early 1700s. He inherited a special title and also served his country as a politician. His life shows us a bit about what it was like to be part of an important family in England during that time.
Early Life and Education
Sir Edward Bagot was born in 1674. Like many young men from important families, he received a good education.
- He studied at Christ Church, Oxford, which is a famous college at the University of Oxford. He started there in 1691.
- After Oxford, he was admitted to the Middle Temple in 1692. The Middle Temple is one of the four "Inns of Court" in London, where people studied to become lawyers. This shows he was preparing for a life of public service or law.
A Public Servant
Following in his father's footsteps, Sir Edward Bagot became a member of parliament. A Member of Parliament (often called an MP) is someone chosen by the people to represent them in the country's government, making laws and decisions.
- He represented the area of Staffordshire in the English Parliament.
- He served as an MP for a long time, from 1698 to 1708. This was a period of big changes in England, including the creation of Great Britain in 1707.
Family Life
Sir Edward Bagot also had a family.
- In 1697, he married Frances Wagstaffe. Her father was Sir Thomas Wagstaffe.
- Sir Edward and Frances had a son named Walter. When Sir Edward passed away in May 1712, his son Walter took over the title and became the 5th Baronet.
See also
- Baron Bagot
