William Price (Royalist) facts for kids
William Price (born 1619, died 1691) was a Welsh politician. He was a member of the House of Commons, which is like a big meeting group that helps run the country. He served there during two different times between 1640 and 1679. William Price also fought as a Royalist colonel in the English Civil War. This was a big fight in England between those who supported the King and those who supported Parliament.
About William Price
William Price was the older son of John Price from a place called Rhiwlas. His mother was Eleanor Jones. When he was 16, in 1636, he started studying at Christ Church, Oxford, which is a famous university.
His Time in Parliament
In November 1640, William Price was chosen to be a Member of Parliament for an area called Merioneth. This was part of a special meeting of Parliament known as the Long Parliament.
During the English Civil War, William Price was a colonel in the King's army. Because he fought for the King, he was not allowed to be a Member of Parliament anymore in 1644. Even so, he was able to keep his family's land and property during the time when Oliver Cromwell was in charge of England.
After the War
When the King came back to power in England, a time known as "The Restoration," William Price was recognized for his loyalty. He was even considered for a special honor called Knight of the Royal Oak.
He was elected as a Member of Parliament for Merioneth again in 1677. This time, he served in a group called the Cavalier Parliament until 1679. In 1680, he also became a Justice of the Peace for Flintshire. A Justice of the Peace helps keep law and order in their local area.
William Price passed away in 1691. He was buried at St Asaph Cathedral.
His Family
William Price married Mary Holland. Her father was David Holland. William Price's grandson, also named William Price, later became a High Sheriff for two areas in Wales in the 1730s. A High Sheriff was an important local official.
