Richard Empson

English statesman and court official

Richard Empson - English statesman and court official
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None
None years ago

Died

August 17th, 1510
514 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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