Sir John Wynn, 2nd Baronet facts for kids

Sir John Wynn, 2nd Baronet (September 1701 – 14 February 1773) was an important Welsh politician who lived in the 1700s. He came from well-known families in Wales, with homes in places like Glynllifon and Bodvean in Caernarvonshire, and Melai in Denbighshire. Sir John Wynn was a Member of Parliament, which means he helped make laws for Britain in the House of Commons for many years, between 1740 and 1768.

Early Life and Family

John Wynn was born in September 1701. He was the oldest son of Sir Thomas Wynn, 1st Baronet and his mother, Frances Glynn. He went to Queens' College, Cambridge to study on 17 June 1720. Before 1735, he married Jane Wynne. Jane was the daughter of John Wynne, who was also a Member of Parliament. Her family lived in Melai, Denbigh, and Maenan, Caernarvon. Her aunt was Sydney Wynn, who was the sister of Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn, 3rd Baronet.

Sir John Wynn's Career in Public Service

Sir John Wynn held several important jobs in North Wales. From 1727 to 1761, he was in charge of the mines as the surveyor general. He was also the constable of Caernarvon Castle, which meant he was responsible for the castle. He served as the forester of Snowdon and the steward of Bardsey. In 1732 and 1733, he was appointed High Sheriff of Caernarvonshire, a role that involved keeping law and order in the county.

Becoming a Member of Parliament

Sir John Wynn first became a Member of Parliament (MP) for Caernarvonshire on 2 January 1740, after a special election called a by-election. At the next big election in 1741, called the 1741 British general election, he was elected for Denbigh Boroughs. There was a long dispute about this election, but in the end, the decision was made in his favor.

From January to December 1743, he worked as the Deputy Cofferer of the Household, which was a financial role in the royal household. He was also the Deputy Treasurer of Chelsea Hospital from 1741 to 1754. Because the job at Chelsea Hospital was not allowed for someone who was also an MP, he did not run for Parliament in the 1747 British general election. On 13 April 1749, he inherited the title of baronet from his father, becoming the 2nd Baronet.

Later Parliamentary Roles

In the 1754 British general election, Sir John Wynn was elected as MP for Caernarvonshire again. In 1756, he was given the important position of Custos Rotulorum of Caernarvonshire, which meant he was the chief keeper of the county's records. At the 1761 British general election, he was elected for Caernarvon Boroughs. He decided not to run for Parliament in the 1768 election.

Later Life and Legacy

Sir John Wynn passed away on 14 February 1773. He had four sons and three daughters. Two of his sons also became important figures:

• Thomas Wynn, 1st Baron Newborough (1736–1807) inherited his father's baronetcy and later became Baron Newborough.
• Glyn Wynn (around 1739–1793) also served as a Member of Parliament for Caernarvon Boroughs.