William Paget

English politician and Chancellor

William Paget - English politician and Chancellor
Born

1506
519 years ago

Died

June 9th, 1563
462 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Served as a prominent English accountant and politician during the Tudor period. Appointed as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, overseeing lands and revenues. Held the title of 1st Baron Paget, contributing to the governance of England. Involved in significant legislative work and was a key advisor to several monarchs. Played a crucial role in the administrative and political landscape of his time.

Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster

1st Baron Paget

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