Thomas Arundell
English politician and 1st Baron Arundell
Born
1560
466 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Thomas Arundell served as the 1st Baron Arundell of Wardour and was an English politician during the early 17th century. Throughout his career, he held significant positions within the political landscape of England. His involvement in the House of Lords played a pivotal role during a tumultuous period preceding the English Civil War. A staunch supporter of the monarchy, he was actively engaged in royalist causes, which influenced the political dynamics of his time. His legacy continues to be recognized in the context of British peerage and governance, reflecting the complexities of his era.
Served as 1st Baron Arundell of Wardour
Participated in the House of Lords
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