William Herbert (Royalist) facts for kids
William Herbert was a Welsh politician who lived a long time ago. He was a member of the House of Commons, which is like a big meeting place where laws are made in England. He served there from 1640 to 1642. William Herbert fought for the King's side, called the Royalists, in a big war known as the English Civil War. He sadly died in battle on October 23, 1642.
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Who Was William Herbert?
William Herbert was the son of another man also named William Herbert, who lived in a place called Cogan Pill in Wales. His family was quite wealthy, owning land that brought in about £1,000 each year. This was a lot of money back then!
Herbert's Role as a Politician
In April 1640, William Herbert was chosen to be a Member of Parliament for Cardiff. This happened during a time known as the Short Parliament. Later that same year, in November 1640, he was chosen again to represent Cardiff in the Long Parliament. Being a Member of Parliament meant he helped make important decisions and laws for the country.
Fighting in the English Civil War
As tensions grew in England, a big conflict called the English Civil War began. William Herbert joined the Royalist army, which supported King Charles I. He became a Lieutenant-Colonel, a high-ranking officer. Sadly, he was killed while fighting in a major battle called the Battle of Edgehill on October 23, 1642.
Herbert's Family Life
William Herbert was married twice. His first wife was Elizabeth Thomas, whose father was Edward Thomas from Wenvoe. Later, he married Jane Bussy. William Herbert had a son, also named William, who inherited land and wealth from his great-uncle, William Herbert (died 1645).
