Sir Henry Bingham, 1st Baronet facts for kids
Sir Henry Bingham, 1st Baronet (1573 – c. 1658) was an important Irish politician. He was known for his work in the Irish government and military during the 1600s.
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Who Was Sir Henry Bingham?
Sir Henry Bingham was born in 1573 in a place called Milton Abbas. His father was Sir George Bingham. Henry also had an uncle named Sir Richard Bingham, who was a soldier.
Early Life and Military Service
Henry Bingham grew up and became a captain in the Irish Army. This meant he was a leader in the military, helping to keep order and protect the country.
His Work as a Sheriff
Sir Henry Bingham held important jobs called High Sheriff. A High Sheriff was like a chief law enforcement officer for a county. They were in charge of making sure laws were followed.
- In 1607, he was the High Sheriff for County Galway.
- Later, in 1639, he became the High Sheriff for County Mayo.
Becoming a Member of Parliament
In 1634, Sir Henry Bingham joined the Irish House of Commons. This was a very important part of the Irish government, similar to a parliament today. Members of the House of Commons helped make laws for the country.
- He represented the area of Castlebar.
- He served in this role for five years.
- He eventually retired from his political work because he was not feeling well.
Being Made a Baronet
On June 7, 1632, something special happened. King Charles I of England gave Sir Henry Bingham the title of a baronet. This was a special honor that made him the "1st Baronet" of Castlebar in County Mayo. A baronet is a hereditary title, meaning it can be passed down in the family.
Family and Later Life
By 1625, Sir Henry Bingham married Catherine Byrne. They had a son and a daughter together. Sir Henry Bingham passed away around 1658. He was buried in Castlebar, the same place he represented in parliament. His son, George, took over the baronet title after him.
