William Courtenay (died 1557)
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Sir William Courtenay (c. 1529 – 29 September 1557) was a landowner in Devon and de jure 2nd Earl of Devon. He was the son of George Courtenay (d. 1533) and Catherine, daughter of Sir George St Ledger of Annery. He succeeded his grandfather Sir William Courtenay, of Powderham in 1535. He was knighted in 1553 and MP for Plympton in 1555.[1]
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William Courtenay | |
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Born | c. 1529 |
Died | 29 September 1557(1557-00-00) (aged 27–28) |
Nationality | English |
Occupation(s) | MP, soldier |
Spouse | Lady Elizabeth Paulet |
Children | Sir William Courtenay Jane Courtenay |
Parent(s) | George Courtenay Catherine St Leger |
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