Henry Bromley

English politician and Member of Parliament

Henry Bromley - English politician and Member of Parliament
Born

1560
465 years ago

Died

May 15th, 1615
409 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Served as a Member of Parliament representing Oxfordshire during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Participated in Parliament sessions that dealt with key issues of the time. Actively engaged in regional governance and contributed to legislative matters affecting the local and national landscape.

Represented Oxfordshire in Parliament

Participated in legislative sessions

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