Thomas Belasyse, 1st Earl Fauconberg
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Thomas Belasyse, 1st Earl Fauconberg PC (c. 1627 – 31 December 1700) was an English peer.[1] He supported the Parliamentary cause in the English Civil War, becoming close to Oliver Cromwell and marrying Cromwell's third daughter, Mary. After the Restoration of the monarchy he became a member of the Privy Council to Charles II and was elevated to an earldom by William III.
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The Earl Fauconberg | |
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Lord Lieutenant, North Riding | |
In office 1660–1687 | |
Monarch | Charles II James II |
Envoy to the Republic of Venice | |
In office 1669–1672 | |
Monarch | Charles II |
Special Envoy to France | |
In office 1658–1659 | |
Monarch | Commonwealth of England |
Personal details | |
Born | ca 1627 Newburgh Priory, Yorkshire |
Died | 31 December 1700(1700-12-31) (aged 73) Sutton House, London |
Resting place | St Michael's, Coxwold |
Nationality | English |
Spouse(s) | Mildred Saunderson Mary Cromwell (1637-1713) |
Parent(s) | Henry Belasyse (1604–1647) Grace Barton |
Alma mater | Trinity College, Cambridge |
Occupation | Politician, diplomat |
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