Thomas Wood (British Army officer) facts for kids

General Thomas Wood (born in 1804, died October 23, 1872) was a brave officer in the British Army. He was also a Conservative politician. He served in the House of Commons, which is like a big meeting place for lawmakers in the United Kingdom, from 1837 to 1847.

His Early Life

Thomas Wood was born into an important family. His father, also named Thomas Wood, was a Member of Parliament (MP). His mother was Lady Caroline Stewart.

Thomas Wood went to Harrow School, a well-known school in England. He lived in two main places: Littleton in Middlesex, England, and Gwernyfed Park in Breconshire, Wales.

A Career in the Military and Politics

Thomas Wood became an officer in the Grenadier Guards. This is a famous part of the British Army. He led the 3rd Battalion of the Grenadier Guards during the early parts of the Crimean War (1853–1856). He rose through the ranks to become a General.

In 1837, he was chosen to be a Member of Parliament for Middlesex. He held this position for ten years, until 1847. In 1841, he was also made a Fellow of the Royal Society. This is a special honor for people who have done important work in science.

His Family Life

On July 6, 1848, Thomas Wood married Frances Smyth. They had several children together:

• Caroline Elizabeth Wood (born 1850)
• Mary Isabella Wood (born 1852)
• Thomas Wood (1853–1933), who also became a Colonel in the Grenadier Guards.
• Laura Lavinia Wood (1854–1938)
• William Henry Wood (1857–1923), who became a Reverend.
• Ruth Francis Wood (born 1859)
• Charles John Wood (1862–1902)

General Thomas Wood passed away on October 23, 1872, when he was 68 years old. His wife, Frances, passed away later in 1892.