Thomas Clifford, 1st Baron Clifford of Chudleigh
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Thomas Clifford, 1st Baron Clifford of Chudleigh (1 August 1630 – 17 October 1673) was an English statesman who sat in the House of Commons from 1660 to 1672 when he was created Baron Clifford. He was one of five leading politicians who formed the Cabal ministry between 1668 and 1674 in the reign of Charles II.
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The Lord Clifford of Chudleigh | |
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Member of the English Parliament for Totnes | |
In office 1660–1673 | |
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In office 28 November 1672 – 24 June 1673 | |
Preceded by | In Commission |
Succeeded by | The Viscount Latimer |
Treasurer of the Household | |
In office 1668–1672 | |
Preceded by | Charles Fitzhardinge, 2nd Viscount Fitzhardinge |
Succeeded by | The Lord Newport |
Comptroller of the Household | |
In office 1666–1668 | |
Preceded by | Sir Hugh Pollard, Bt |
Succeeded by | The Lord Newport |
Personal details | |
Born | Thomas Clifford (1630-08-01)1 August 1630 |
Died | 17 October 1673(1673-10-17) (aged 43) |
Cause of death | Suicide |
Nationality | English |
Spouse | Elizabeth Martin |
Children | 15, including Hugh Clifford |
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