Sir George Bowyer, 7th Baronet facts for kids
Sir George Bowyer (born October 8, 1811 – died June 7, 1883) was an important British lawyer and politician. He was known for being a member of the Liberal Party. He also held two special titles called "Baronet." A Baronet is a person who has a hereditary title given by the King or Queen, similar to a knight, but it can be passed down in their family.
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The Life of Sir George Bowyer
Early Life and Education
George Bowyer was born in Radley Hall in Berkshire (which is now part of Oxfordshire). His father was also named Sir George Bowyer. Young George first studied to become a soldier at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich.
Later, he decided to become a lawyer. He was allowed to practice law by the Middle Temple in 1836. This is one of the special places in London where lawyers are trained. He also received special degrees from the University of Oxford, including an honorary Master of Arts in 1839 and an honorary Doctor of Civil Laws in 1844. In 1860, he inherited his father's two Baronet titles, becoming the 7th and 3rd Baronet.
A Career in Politics
Sir George Bowyer was very involved in politics. He first tried to become a Member of Parliament (MP) for Reading in 1849. An MP is a person elected to represent a group of people in the country's government.
He successfully became an MP for Dundalk from 1852 to 1868. Later, he represented Wexford County from 1874 to 1880.
His Contributions and Honors
Sir George Bowyer was a Roman Catholic and used his own money to build two churches. These were the Church of St John of Jerusalem in London and Our Lady and St Edmund's Church, Abingdon.
He received many special honors for his work and faith. He was made a Knight of Justice of the Order of Malta, which is a very old and respected order. He also became a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Gregory the Great and a Grand Collar of the Constantian Order of St George of Naples.
Sir George Bowyer even served as a special assistant to Pope Pius IX. The Pope gave him another important title, Knight of the Great Ribbon of the Order of Pius IX. He was also a deputy lieutenant for Berkshire, which is a local official who helps the Lord-Lieutenant.
He was a member of a group called the Manchester Unity Order of Oddfellows. At one time, he even led a parade for a part of this group called the Loyal Bowyer Union Lodge of Odd Fellows.
Later Life
Sir George Bowyer passed away in London when he was 71 years old. He was not married. He was buried in Radley in Berkshire on June 7, 1883. After he died, his younger brother inherited his titles.
Books He Wrote
Sir George Bowyer also wrote books about law:
- Commentaries on Modern Civil Law (published in 1848)
- Introduction to the Study and Use of the Civil Law (published in 1874)
