Thomas Carew (MP for Saltash) facts for kids
Thomas Carew was an important English lawyer and politician who lived a long time ago, from about 1526 or 1527 until 1565. He was a member of the English Parliament, which is like a big meeting where laws are made for the country. He served in the House of Commons for several years.
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Who Was Thomas Carew?
Thomas Carew was born around 1526 or 1527. His father was Sir Wymond Carew, who lived in a place called East Anthony in Cornwall, England.
Early Life and Education
Thomas Carew went to St John's College, Cambridge, which is a famous university. He started studying there in the autumn of 1548. After that, he went to a special school for lawyers called the Inner Temple in London. He joined this school in November 1550 to learn about law.
Thomas Carew's Political Career
Thomas Carew became a politician and served in the English Parliament. This meant he helped make decisions and laws for the country.
Serving as a Member of Parliament
In 1555, Thomas Carew was chosen to be a Member of Parliament for a town called Plymouth. This was an important job where he represented the people of Plymouth in the House of Commons. Later, in 1563, he was elected again, this time for another town called Saltash.
Thomas Carew's Family Life
Thomas Carew got married and had children.
His Marriage and Children
He married a woman named Elizabeth. Her father was Sir Richard Edgecombe, who lived in Mount Edgcumbe and Cotehele in Cornwall. Thomas and Elizabeth had three sons and one daughter. Two of their sons became well-known: Richard Carew became a writer and historian, and George Carew became a diplomat, working with other countries.
