Sir Francis Blundell, 3rd Baronet facts for kids
Sir Francis Blundell, 3rd Baronet (born January 30, 1643 – died 1707) was an Irish baronet and politician. A baronet is a special title, like a knight, that is passed down in a family. As a politician, he helped make laws for his country.
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Who Was Sir Francis Blundell?
Sir Francis Blundell was an important figure in Irish history during the 17th century. He inherited a special title and served in the government. His life saw many changes in Ireland and England.
Early Life and Family
Francis Blundell was the son of Sir George Blundell, 2nd Baronet. His mother was Sarah Colley. Her father was Sir William Colley. In 1675, Francis took over his father's title as the 3rd Baronet.
Before this, in 1674, Francis and his two brothers, William and Winwood, faced serious accusations. They were involved in an incident concerning Thomas Preston, 3rd Viscount Tara. However, they were later cleared of any wrongdoing. The king even officially pardoned them.
A Time of Change in Politics
Sir Francis Blundell lived during a time of big political changes. One major event was the Glorious Revolution in 1689. This revolution changed who was king in England.
During this time, the Parliament of King James II of England made a decision against Sir Francis. He was "attainted," which meant he lost some of his rights and property. This was because of political disagreements.
His Role in Parliament
However, things changed again. In 1692, Sir Francis Blundell was elected to the Irish House of Commons. This was like being a member of parliament today. He represented an area called King's County. He continued to serve in this role until he passed away in 1707.
Personal Life
Sir Francis Blundell was married on December 1, 1671. His first wife was Ursula Davys. She was the daughter of Sir Paul Davys and his second wife, Anne Parsons.
