Sir Thomas Wynn, 1st Baronet facts for kids
Sir Thomas Wynn (born 1677, died 1749) was a Welsh politician. He was a Member of Parliament, which means he helped make laws for Britain. He served in the House of Commons for many years, from 1713 until he passed away in 1749. He was also given the special title of Baronet.
About Sir Thomas Wynn
Sir Thomas Wynn was born in March 1677. He was the oldest son of Griffith Wynn and Catherine Vaughan. His family lived in a place called Bodvean in Wales. In 1700, he married Frances Glynn. They had one son and four daughters. When Sir Thomas died on April 13, 1749, his son, John, took over his title as Baronet.
His Work in Politics
Sir Thomas Wynn became the head of his family when he was only three years old, in 1680. In 1712, he became the Sheriff of Caernarvonshire. This was an important local job.
At the 1713 general election, he was chosen to be a Member of Parliament (MP) for Caernarvon Boroughs. He did not have anyone running against him. In 1714, he started working for the Prince of Wales as an equerry. This job lasted until 1724.
Sir Thomas continued to be an MP for Caernarvon in elections held in 1715 and 1722. In 1724, he got more important jobs. He became the Clerk of the Household for the Prince of Wales. He also became the Constable of Caernarvon Castle. This meant he was in charge of the castle. He was also the Forester of Snowdon and Steward of Bardsey until 1727.
He was re-elected to Parliament without opposition in 1727. That same year, he became the Clerk of the Green Cloth. This was a role in the royal household. He kept this job until he died. He also became an equerry to King George II when he became king.
Sir Thomas was elected to Parliament again in 1734 and 1741. On October 25, 1742, he was given the title of Baronet. This is a special hereditary title. In 1747, he was elected for Caernarvon one last time. After he passed away, his brother, Sir William Wynn, took his place as the MP for Caernarvon.
