William Aubrey facts for kids
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Dr
William Aubrey
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William Aubrey
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| Member of Parliament for Carmarthen Boroughs |
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| In office 1554 |
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| Member of Parliament for Brecon |
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| In office 1558 |
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| Member of Parliament for Hindon |
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| In office 1559 |
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| Member of Parliament for Arundel |
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| In office 1563–1567 |
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| Member of Parliament for Taunton |
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| In office 1593 |
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| Born | c. 1529 Brecknockshire |
| Died | 25 June 1595 London |
| Resting place | Old St Paul's Cathedral, London |
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| Education | Christ College, Brecon |
| Alma mater | All Souls College, Oxford |
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| Battles/wars | St Quentin (1557) |
William Aubrey was an important person in England and Wales during the 1500s. He was born around 1529 and passed away on June 25, 1595. William Aubrey was a top law teacher at the University of Oxford. He also helped start Jesus College, Oxford. Besides his work at the university, he was a Member of Parliament. This means he was chosen to represent different areas in the government. He helped make laws for England and Wales from 1554 to 1592.
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Early Life and University Days
William Aubrey was born in a place called Brecknockshire in Wales. He was the second son of Thomas Aubrey, who was a doctor.
School and Oxford
William went to school at what is now Christ College, Brecon. After that, he went to Oxford University. In 1547, he became a Fellow at All Souls College, Oxford. This is like being a special member of the college.
He earned a degree in Civil Law in 1549. In 1550, he became the head of New Inn Hall, Oxford. This was another important step in his university career.
Top Law Professor
In 1553, William Aubrey became the Regius Professor of Civil Law. This was a very important job. It meant he was the main professor teaching civil law at Oxford. He held this job until 1559.
In 1571, William Aubrey was named as one of the first eight Fellows of Jesus College, Oxford. This college was just starting, and he helped to get it going. He earned a higher law degree in 1554. The next year, he became a Master in the Court of Chancery. This was a special court that dealt with fairness and justice.
Military Role
In 1557, William Aubrey had a role in the army. He was a judge-marshal for the army led by William Herbert, the Earl of Pembroke. This army was part of the Battle of St. Quentin (1557) campaign.
Legal and Political Career
William Aubrey was involved in many important legal and political events. He helped make big decisions for the country.
Important Legal Cases
In 1562, William Aubrey was part of a group that made a big decision. They said that the marriage of Lady Catherine Grey was not legal. This was a very important case at the time.
He also signed a paper saying that John Lesley, who was a bishop and an ambassador, could be put on trial in England. John Lesley was accused of working against Queen Elizabeth.
Member of Parliament
William Aubrey was a Member of Parliament (MP) for several areas. He represented:
- Carmarthen Boroughs in 1554
- Brecon in 1558
- Hindon in 1559
- Arundel in 1563
- Taunton in 1593
Being an MP meant he helped to create and change laws. From 1586, he was also a member of the Council of Wales and the Marches. This council helped govern Wales and the areas near it. He also held important positions in the church, working for the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Later Life and Passing
William Aubrey passed away in London, England, in 1595. He was buried in a famous church called Old St Paul's Cathedral.
Images for kids
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This picture shows the monument for William Aubrey in Old St Paul's Cathedral. It was made by Wenceslaus Hollar.
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