Sir Paul Whichcote, 2nd Baronet facts for kids
Sir Paul Whichcote, 2nd Baronet (born 1643, died 1721), was an important person in England's history. He held the title of Baronet, which was a special honor passed down in his family. He was also a member of the Royal Society, a famous group for scientists and thinkers. Sir Paul Whichcote owned a large estate called the Manor of Totteridge in Hertfordshire.
Early Life and Learning
Paul Whichcote was born in 1643. He was the oldest son of Sir Jeremy Whichcote, 1st Baronet, who was a lawyer and worked for a king named Frederick V of the Palatinate. His mother was Anne Grave. Paul grew up in a place called Quy Hall in Cambridgeshire.
He went to a famous university, King's College at Cambridge University, starting in 1662. In 1674, he became a member of The Royal Society, which is one of the oldest and most respected groups for science in the world. He earned his Master of Arts degree from Cambridge University in 1701.
Family Life
Paul Whichcote married Jane Gould on June 14, 1677. Jane was the daughter of another important person, Sir Nicholas Gould. Paul and Jane had several children. Their son, Sir Francis Whichcote, 3rd Baronet, later inherited his father's title.
Homes and Estates
Sir Paul Whichcote lived at a place called Hendon House. Today, Hendon School stands on the land where his house once was. He received Hendon House after his father passed away in 1677 and lived there until 1691.
Around the year 1700, Sir Paul Whichcote became the owner of the manor of Totteridge. He bought this large estate from two people named Sir Francis Pemberton and Isaac Foxcroft. Later, in 1720 or 1721, he sold the manor to James Brydges, 1st Duke of Chandos, who was a very wealthy and powerful person.
Passing Away
Sir Paul Whichcote passed away in 1721. He was buried at St Mary's Church, Hendon, in Hendon.
