Thomas Burgh, 3rd Baron Burgh facts for kids
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Sir Thomas Burgh
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| Baron Borough of Gainsborough Baron Strabolgi Baron Cobham of Sterborough |
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Quartered arms of Sir Thomas Burgh, 3rd Baron Burgh, KG
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| Born | c.1558 |
| Died | 14 October 1597 Newry, County Down, Ireland |
| Spouse(s) | Frances Vaughan |
| Issue | Robert Burgh, 4th Baron Burgh Elizabeth Burgh Anne Burgh Frances Burgh Katherine Burgh |
| Father | William Burgh, 2nd Baron Burgh |
| Mother | Lady Katherine Clinton |
Sir Thomas Burgh, also known as the 3rd Baron Burgh, was an important English nobleman who lived in the 1500s. He held several important titles, including Baron Borough of Gainsborough, Baron Strabolgi, and Baron Cobham of Sterborough. He was also a Knight of the Garter, which is a very special honor given by the King or Queen of England.
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Who Was Thomas Burgh?
Thomas Burgh was born around 1558. His father was William Burgh, 2nd Baron Burgh, and his mother was Lady Katherine Clinton. Lady Katherine was the daughter of Edward Clinton, 1st Earl of Lincoln.
Early Life and Family
Thomas Burgh became the 3rd Lord Burgh on September 10, 1584, after his father passed away. This meant he inherited his father's noble titles and responsibilities. He was still quite young when he took on these important roles.
Important Roles and Titles
Thomas Burgh was involved in some significant events during his time. In 1572, when he was only about 14 years old, he was one of the noblemen who helped with the trial of the Duke of Norfolk. This shows he was considered important even at a young age.
In 1593, he received the high honor of becoming a Knight of the Garter. This is one of the oldest and most respected orders of knighthood in England.
Ambassador to Scotland
In February 1593, Thomas Burgh was chosen to be the English Ambassador to Scotland. An ambassador is like a special representative from one country to another. His job was to talk with James VI of Scotland, the King of Scotland, about important matters.
When he arrived in Scotland, he was welcomed by Lord Seton and attended a grand dinner at Seton Palace. He had to wait a while to meet King James VI, who was traveling. When they finally met, they discussed the danger of a Spanish invasion. Thomas Burgh also met with Anne of Denmark, the Queen of Scotland.
Lord Deputy of Ireland
On April 18, 1597, Thomas Burgh was given another very important job: Lord Deputy of Ireland. This meant he was the main representative of the English Crown in Ireland, responsible for governing the country. However, he held this position for only a short time.
Family Life
Thomas Burgh married Frances Vaughan. She was the only daughter of John Vaughan of Sutton-on-Derwent, Yorkshire. Together, Thomas and Frances had one son and four daughters:
- Robert Burgh, 4th Baron Burgh (born around 1594), who later inherited his father's titles.
- Elizabeth Burgh, who married George Brooke.
- Anne Burgh, who married Sir Drew Drury.
- Frances Burgh, who married Francis Coppinger.
- Katherine Burgh, who married Thomas Knyvett.
Legacy
Thomas Burgh passed away in Newry, County Down, Ireland, on October 14, 1597.
After his son, Robert, died in 1602 without having children, the noble titles of Burgh, Strabolgi, and Cobham of Sterborough were shared among his sisters. This meant the titles were put on hold for a long time.
Many years later, in 1916, the titles were finally given to Alexander Henry Leith, 5th Baron Burgh. This brought the titles back into use after more than 300 years.
See also
- Hubert de Burgh, 1st Earl of Kent (c.1170–1243) English nobleman and ancestor of the Burghs of Gainsborough
