Sir John Wray

English politician and Roundheads supporter

Sir John Wray - English politician and Roundheads supporter
Born

1586
439 years ago

Died

December 31st, 1655
369 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

Links & References

Served as a politician during the English Civil War, actively supporting the Roundheads. Represented the constituency of Wootton Bassett in Parliament. Significant involvement in political reforms and the legislative process of the period.

Supported the Parliamentarians in the English Civil War

Represented Wootton Bassett in Parliament

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