Sir Henry Ingoldsby, 1st Baronet facts for kids

Sir Henry Ingoldsby, 1st Baronet (1622–1701) was an English military leader and a person who owned a lot of land. He lived during a very important time in English history.

He was born in Lethenborough, Buckinghamshire, in 1622. He was the fifth son of Sir Richard Ingoldsby and Elizabeth Cromwell. Elizabeth was the daughter of Sir Oliver Cromwell, who was the uncle and godfather of the famous Oliver Cromwell. Henry had four sisters and seven brothers. One of his brothers was Richard Ingoldsby.

Early Life and Family Connections

Henry Ingoldsby grew up in a large family. His family was connected to powerful people, including Oliver Cromwell, who later became a very important leader in England. These family ties would play a big part in Henry's life and career.

Joining the Army

Henry Ingoldsby started his military career by serving in the army of King Charles I. However, during the English Civil War, he changed his support. He decided to join the Parliamentarian army. This army was led by Oliver Cromwell.

Fighting in Ireland

In 1649, Henry Ingoldsby volunteered to join Oliver Cromwell's military campaign in Ireland. He fought bravely alongside Cromwell at a place called Drogheda. He also fought under another leader, Henry Ireton, at Limerick.

Becoming a Governor

After these battles, Henry Ingoldsby was given an important job. He was made the Governor of Limerick. As a reward for his service, he received large areas of land in County Clare and County Meath in Ireland.

A Political Career

Besides being a military leader, Henry Ingoldsby also became involved in politics. He served as a Member of Parliament (MP). This means he was chosen to represent people in the government.

Serving in Parliament

Henry Ingoldsby represented different areas in Parliament. He was an MP for County Clare, Limerick, and County Kerry. He served in the Protectorate Parliaments in 1654, 1656, and 1659. These were parliaments that met when Oliver Cromwell was in charge of England.

Changing Sides Again

After Oliver Cromwell's son, Richard Cromwell, lost power, Henry Ingoldsby saw that King Charles II was likely to return to the throne. This event was called the Restoration.

Securing Windsor Castle

Henry Ingoldsby quickly traveled to England. He took control of Windsor Castle. He held the castle for the Parliament, which was now supporting the return of the king. This action showed his loyalty to the new government.

Rewards and Later Life

When King Charles II returned to power, Henry Ingoldsby was rewarded for his actions. He was allowed to keep all the land he had received in Ireland. His title as a Baronet was also confirmed. A Baronet is a special title, like a knight, that can be passed down in the family.

Serving the King

Henry Ingoldsby was appointed to the Privy Council of Ireland. This was a group of important advisors to the king in Ireland. He continued to be an MP for County Clare in the Irish House of Commons from 1661 to 1666 and again from 1695 to 1699.

Fighting for William III

In 1689, Henry Ingoldsby formed his own group of soldiers. They fought in Ireland for King William III. He served under General Schomberg at the Siege of Carrickfergus.

Family and Legacy

Sir Henry Ingoldsby passed away in Ireland in March 1701. He was married to Anne, who was the daughter of Sir Hardress Waller.

His Children

• His son, George, became the next Baronet after Henry. George married Mary, the daughter of Sir Peter Stanley.
• He had another son named Henry, who also became an MP for Limerick.
• He also had a daughter named Anne, who married Sir Francis Blundell.