Katherine Clifton
2nd Baroness Clifton, English-Scottish peer
Born
None
None years ago
Died
September 17th, 1637
387 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born into the aristocracy, held the title of 2nd Baroness Clifton. Inherited the estate of Clifton Hall through familial ties. Engaged in management of estates and social affairs typical of the peerage. Her life spanned significant political and social changes in England and Scotland. Contributed to the continuity of her family's influence during a tumultuous period marked by political strife and changing loyalties.
Inherited and managed Clifton Hall estate
Contributed to the social and political landscape of the time
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