George Booth

English politician and 1st Baron Delamer

George Booth - English politician and 1st Baron Delamer
Born

1622
403 years ago

Died

August 8th, 1684
340 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Served as a prominent English politician during the 17th century. Elected to the House of Commons as a member representing Cheshire, played a significant role in the English Civil War, supporting the Royalist cause. Appointed a member of the House of Lords in recognition of loyalty to the Crown after the Restoration. Contributed to the parliamentary discussions of his time and held various local offices in Cheshire.

Elected to the House of Commons for Cheshire

Appointed 1st Baron Delamer

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