Sir Thomas Clarges, 2nd Baronet facts for kids

Sir Thomas Clarges, 2nd Baronet (born July 25, 1688 – died February 19, 1759) was an English politician. He lived in Aston, near Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. Sir Thomas served in the House of Commons, which is a part of the British Parliament, from 1713 to 1715.

Early Life and Family

Sir Thomas Clarges was the second person in his family to hold the title of Baronet. This is a special title that is passed down through families, similar to a knight but hereditary. He was the oldest son of Sir Walter Clarges, 1st Baronet. When his father passed away around March 31, 1706, Thomas became the 2nd Baronet.

He received his education at St Paul's School in London. This was a well-known school at the time.

A Career in Politics

Sir Thomas Clarges became a Member of Parliament (often called an MP). An MP is a person chosen to represent a specific area in the country's government. He represented the area of Lostwithiel in Cornwall. He held this position from 1713 to 1715.

Being a Member of Parliament meant he helped make decisions and laws for the country in the House of Commons.

Later Life and Family

Later in his life, by 1734, Sir Thomas Clarges was appointed a "Gentleman of the Privy Chamber." This was an honorary role in the royal household, meaning he had a special position connected to the King or Queen. He held this role until he passed away.

Sir Thomas was married two times. His first wife was Katherine, who was the daughter of John Berkeley, 4th Viscount Fitzhardinge. His second wife was named Frances. With Frances, he had a son, also named Thomas, but his son passed away before him.

When Sir Thomas Clarges died in 1759, his grandson, also named Thomas, inherited the Baronet title and became the 3rd Baronet.