Richard Empson
English statesman and court official
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None
None years ago
Died
August 17th, 1510
515 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Served as a prominent statesman during the reign of King Henry VII of England. Played a key role in the administration of the kingdom, particularly in financial matters. Served as the King's chief financial officer and was involved in the governance of Wales. Empson's policies included the aggressive collection of debts owed to the crown, which led to resentment among the nobility. After the death of Henry VII, Empson was arrested and executed under the orders of Henry VIII, amid a broader backlash against his fiscal practices and the ruling of the previous regime.
Chief financial officer under Henry VII
Administered the governance of Wales
Executed following the rise of Henry VIII
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