Born in 1490
Richard Rich
English politician, Lord Chancellor
Born
1490 535 years ago
Died
June 12th, 1567 457 years ago — 77 years old
A significant figure in English politics, served as the 1st Baron Rich and held the position of Lord Chancellor of England. Played a crucial role during the reign of King Henry VIII. Contributed to the dissolution of the monasteries and was involved in various legal and political reforms of the time. His tenure was marked by the establishment of the supremacy of the Crown over the Church in England.
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