Sir George Savile, 7th Baronet facts for kids
Sir George Savile, 7th Baronet (born February 10, 1678 – died September 16, 1743) was an important English politician. He held the title of Baronet, which is a special hereditary title, like a knight, that can be passed down in a family. Sir George Savile lived in Thornhill and Rufford, Nottinghamshire. He was a member of the House of Commons, which is a part of the British government where laws are made. He served there from 1728 to 1734.
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Early Life and Education
George Savile was the son of Reverend John Savile. His mother was Barbara Jenison. He had two sisters named Ann and Gertrude.
When he was young, George Savile went to Christ Church, Oxford, a famous university. He also studied law at a place called Middle Temple. In 1704, he became the 7th Baronet after his father's cousin, Sir John Savile, passed away. This meant he inherited Rufford Abbey, a large and important estate.
Public Service and Politics
Sir George Savile took on several important roles during his life. In 1706, he was chosen to be the High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire. A High Sheriff was a key local official responsible for law and order in the county for a year.
Later, in 1728, Sir George Savile was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Yorkshire. An MP is a person chosen by voters to represent them in the House of Commons. He served in this role until 1734, helping to make decisions for the country.
A Member of the Royal Society
Sir George Savile was also interested in science and learning. In November 1721, he became a Fellow of the Royal Society. The Royal Society is a very old and respected group in the United Kingdom dedicated to promoting science. Being a Fellow means you are recognized for your contributions or interest in scientific knowledge.
Family Life
Sir George Savile married a woman named Mary Pratt. Together, they had three children. Their children were Arabella, George, and Barbara. Their son, George, later became the 8th Baronet, following in his father's footsteps. Their daughter, Barbara, married a nobleman named Richard Lumley-Saunderson, who was the 4th Earl of Scarbrough.
