Sir Roger Appleton, 1st Baronet facts for kids
Sir Roger Appleton, 1st Baronet (died January 16, 1614) was an important English landowner. He was also given a special title called a Baronet.
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Sir Roger Appleton: A Look at His Life
Sir Roger Appleton was the son of Henry Appleton and Faith Cardinal. His family lived in South Benfleet, a town in Essex, England. He went to St John's College, Cambridge to study.
Taking Over the Family Estates
In 1607, when his father passed away, Roger inherited all the family's land and properties. This included a place called Jarvis Hall.
Becoming a Knight and Baronet
In 1608, King James I made Roger a knight. This happened when Roger became the High Sheriff of Essex. A High Sheriff was a very important official in a county, responsible for keeping the peace and enforcing the law.
Later, on June 29, 1611, King James I gave Roger an even higher title: a Baronet. This new title was created by King James I to raise money for the crown. Sir Roger Appleton was made a Baronet of South Benfleet in Essex.
Sir Roger's Family
Sir Roger Appleton married a woman named Anne. She was the daughter of Sir Thomas Mildmay. Together, they had three children:
- Sir Henry Appleton, 2nd Baronet (died 1649), who married Joan, the daughter of Edward Sheldon.
- Frances Appleton, who married Francis Goldsmith.
- Mary Appleton, who married Thomas Hanley.
Sir Roger Appleton passed away on January 16, 1614.
