When was Henry Sidney born?

Henry Sidney was born on 1529 in Penshurst.

What positions has Henry Sidney held?

Positions held by Henry Sidney include: Lord Deputy of Ireland (1575–1578); Lord Deputy of Ireland (1565–1571); Lord President of Council of Wales and the Marches (1560–1586); Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England; Member of the 1547-1552 Parliament.

Where did Henry Sidney study?

Henry Sidney was educated at New College.

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Henry Sidney

English politician and courtier

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Sir Henry Sidney was an English soldier, politician and Lord Deputy of Ireland. Instrumental in the Tudor conquest of Ireland, his attempts to consolidate English power in Ireland were a major contributing factor to the Desmond Rebellions.

Quick facts

Born: 1529 wd
Place of birth: Penshurst wd
Died: 5 May 1586 wd
Place of death: Ludlow Castle wd
Citizenship: Kingdom of England wd
Occupation: politician, diplomat wd
Education: New College wd
Spouse: Mary Dudley, Lady Sidney wd

Positions held wd

Lord Deputy of Ireland (1575–1578)
Lord Deputy of Ireland (1565–1571)
Lord President of Council of Wales and the Marches (1560–1586)
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England
Member of the 1547-1552 Parliament
Member of the March 1553 Parliament
Member of the 1563-67 Parliament
Member of the 1571 Parliament
Member of the 1572-83 Parliament

Awards wd

Knight Bachelor
Knight of the Garter

Questions

When was Henry Sidney born?: Henry Sidney was born on 1529 in Penshurst.
What positions has Henry Sidney held?: Positions held by Henry Sidney include: Lord Deputy of Ireland (1575–1578); Lord Deputy of Ireland (1565–1571); Lord President of Council of Wales and the Marches (1560–1586); Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England; Member of the 1547-1552 Parliament.
Where did Henry Sidney study?: Henry Sidney was educated at New College.

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