Sir Edward Morgan, 1st Baronet facts for kids

Sir Edward Morgan, 1st Baronet of Llantarnam (died 24 June 1653) was an important figure in England during the 1600s. He supported King Charles I, especially during the Bishops' War and the English Civil War. Because of his loyalty and help, King Charles I made him a baronet. This was a special title, like a knight, that could be passed down in his family. However, when Sir Edward was captured during the English Civil War, his land and property were taken away.

Early Life and Family

Sir Edward Morgan came from the Morgan family of Llantarnam in Monmouthshire, Wales. His family had been Roman Catholic for a long time. His great-grandfather, William Morgan, was even a Member of Parliament. He served under both the Catholic Queen Mary and the Protestant Queen Elizabeth. William Morgan allowed his home to be used for Catholic church services.

Sir Edward's parents were Thomas Morgan and Frances Somerset. His mother, Frances, was the daughter of a powerful noble, Edward Somerset, 4th Earl of Worcester. Both of Sir Edward's parents also supported Catholic activities in Wales.

Education and Early Career

Sir Edward Morgan went to Jesus College, Oxford, a famous university. He started his studies there in 1616. By 1619, he had earned his Bachelor of Arts degree. This showed he was well-educated.

In 1635, Sir Edward was involved with a Catholic religious group called the Jesuits. They were setting up a main center in Cwm, Llanrothal, Herefordshire.

Supporting the King

Sir Edward Morgan became a soldier in 1640 during the second Bishops' War. This war was fought between King Charles I and the Scottish people. Sir Edward was allowed to collect money from other Catholics to help the King.

This act caused problems in the English Parliament. But King Charles I rewarded Sir Edward for his loyalty. In 1642, the King made him a baronet. This meant Sir Edward was now Sir Edward Morgan, 1st Baronet of Llantarnam. The King also renewed Sir Edward's military role during the English Civil War.

Capture and Later Life

The English Civil War was a big conflict in England. Sir Edward Morgan was captured during this war. He was taken prisoner at Hereford on December 18, 1645.

After his capture, the Parliament in power, known as the Rump Parliament, took away his baronet title. They also seized his land and property. This was a common punishment for those who supported the King.

Sir Edward Morgan died on June 24, 1653. It took more than a year, until November 9, 1654, for his family to get his property back.

Family Legacy

Sir Edward's son, Sir Edward Morgan, 2nd Baronet, inherited the family title. However, the second Sir Edward became a Protestant. The baronet title then passed to his son, Sir Edward Morgan, 3rd Baronet.

The third Sir Edward Morgan did not have any sons. So, when he died, the baronet title went to his uncle, Sir James Morgan, 4th Baronet of Llantarnam. Sir James was the younger son of the first Sir Edward Morgan. He was the last person to hold the Baronet of Llantarnam title.