Sir Richard Wynn, 2nd Baronet facts for kids
Sir Richard Wynn, 2nd Baronet (born 1588 – died July 19, 1649) was an important Welsh figure. He worked closely with the royal family and was a politician in the English Parliament for many years.
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Who Was Sir Richard Wynn?
Sir Richard Wynn was born in 1588. He was the second son of Sir John Wynn, 1st Baronet, and his mother was Sidney Gerard. His father was a very important person in Wales. Richard became the eldest surviving son in his family.
Early Life and Family
Richard's family was well-known. His mother, Sidney, was the daughter of William Gerard. William Gerard had been the Lord Chancellor of Ireland. This shows that Richard came from a family with strong connections.
Working for the Royal Family
Sir Richard Wynn had a special job working for the royal family. From 1617 to 1625, he was a Groom of the Bedchamber for Prince Charles. This meant he was a close personal assistant to the Prince.
A Trip to Spain
In 1623, Sir Richard went with Prince Charles on a long journey to Spain. This trip was part of an idea for Prince Charles to marry a Spanish princess. Sir Richard wrote down everything he saw and did on this journey. He even described the clothes people wore in Spain. This account was later published in 1729.
Helping the Queen
After Prince Charles became King Charles I, Sir Richard continued his important work. In 1625, he was chosen to be the treasurer for Queen Henrietta Maria. This meant he managed the Queen's money. He also continued to be a close helper to both the King and Queen.
Sir Richard's Political Career
Sir Richard Wynn was a politician for many years. He was elected to the House of Commons, which is a part of the English Parliament.
Serving in Parliament
His first time as a Member of Parliament (MP) was in 1614. He represented Caernarvonshire in Wales. Later, he also served as an MP for Ilchester. He was elected again for Ilchester in 1625.
Later Years in Parliament
In 1627, Sir Richard became the 2nd Baronet after his father passed away. This was a special hereditary title. He continued his work in Parliament. In 1640, he was elected as an MP for Andover. Later that year, he was also elected to represent Liverpool in what was called the Long Parliament. He served in Parliament until 1648.
Last Years and Legacy
Sir Richard Wynn passed away on July 19, 1649. He had no children of his own. Because of this, his special title of Baronet passed to his brother, Owen.
Important Contributions
Sir Richard also helped his community. He helped build the Gwydir chapel in Llanrwst church. He also had a bridge built over the River Conwy in 1633. These projects helped the people in his area.
