Sir Thomas Strickland, 2nd Baronet facts for kids
Sir Thomas Strickland, 2nd Baronet (born around 1639, died 20 November 1684) was an English politician. He served in the House of Commons, which is like a part of today's Parliament, in 1659.
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Sir Thomas Strickland: A Life in 17th Century England
Early Life and Family Background
Sir Thomas Strickland was the son of Sir William Strickland, 1st Baronet. His family lived at Boynton, East Riding of Yorkshire. His mother was Frances Finch, who was the daughter of Thomas Finch, 2nd Earl of Winchilsea.
Becoming a Member of Parliament
In 1659, Sir Thomas was chosen to be a member of parliament. This meant he represented people in the government. He was elected for two areas: Beverley and Hedon. He decided to represent Beverley in what was called the Third Protectorate Parliament.
Inheriting the Baronetcy and Boynton Hall
A baronetcy is a special title that can be passed down in a family. When his father died in 1673, Thomas became the 2nd Baronet. He also inherited Boynton Hall, which was the family's main home.
Sir Thomas Strickland's Family Life
Sir Thomas Strickland married Elizabeth Pile on 19 November 1659. Elizabeth was the daughter of Sir Francis Pile, 2nd Baronet. They had ten children together.
Children of Sir Thomas and Elizabeth Strickland
- Jane Strickland (who died in 1662)
- Elizabeth Strickland (who died in 1664)
- Sir William Strickland, 3rd Baronet (1665–1724)
- Walter Strickland (1667–1730)
- Frances Strickland, who married Sir Richard Osbaldeston in 1679
- Thomas Strickland (born 1669, but died young)
- Anne Strickland, who married John Smith. He was an important politician who became the Speaker of the House of Commons and the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
- Admiral Sir Charles Strickland (1672–1724)
- Nathaniel Strickland
- Frances Strickland
