Thomas Standish facts for kids
Thomas Standish (born around 1593 – died October 1642) was an English politician. He came from Duxbury Hall in Lancashire. Thomas Standish was a member of the House of Commons, which is like a part of today's Parliament. He served there between 1640 and 1642. He was a strong supporter of the Parliament, known as a Parliamentarian.
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Who Was Thomas Standish?
Thomas Standish was the son of Alexander Standish. His family lived at Duxbury. Thomas went to Queens' College, Cambridge for his education. He also studied law at Gray's Inn, which is a place where lawyers are trained.
Family and Inheritance
When his father passed away in 1622, Thomas inherited the family estates. These included Duxbury and Duxbury Hall.
Thomas Standish's Career
Thomas Standish had an important job before becoming a Member of Parliament. From 1608 to 1635, he worked as a clerk. This job was called Prothonotary clerk of Common Bench for the Duchy of Lancaster.
Becoming a Member of Parliament
He was first elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Liverpool in 1626. This was an early step in his political life.
Serving in Parliament
In April 1640, he was elected MP for Preston. This Parliament was known as the Short Parliament. He was elected again in November 1640. This time, he served in the Long Parliament until he died in 1642.
Later Life and Family
Thomas Standish passed away when he was about 49 years old. He was buried at Chorley chapel.
His Marriages and Children
Thomas Standish was married twice. His first wife was Anne Wingfield. They had three sons and two daughters together. His second wife was also named Anne. She was the daughter of Christopher Whittingham. With his second wife, Thomas had three more sons and three more daughters.
His Children's Lives
His oldest son, Thomas, supported the King during the English Civil War. Sadly, he was killed in September 1642 while fighting in Manchester. Thomas Standish was then succeeded by his younger sons. Alexander became a colonel for the Parliament (a Roundhead) but died in 1648. Another son, Richard, also became an MP. Richard's son, Richard, was given the special title of a baronet in 1677.]
