Richard Waller (knight)
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Sir Richard Waller | |
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| Born | about 1395 |
| Died | after 10 May 1461 |
| Resting place | Speldhurst, Kent, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation(s) | Soldier, official |
| Spouse | Silvia Gulby |
| Parents |
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| Military service | |
| Allegiance | England |
| Service | Army |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Agincourt Battle of Verneuil |
| Sheriff of Surrey and Sussex | |
| In office 1433–1434 | |
| Sheriff of Kent | |
| In office 1437–1438 | |
Sir Richard Waller was an English soldier and official. His most notable achievement was the capturing of the Duke of Orléans at the Battle of Agincourt, which earned him a knighthood.
History
[edit]Richard was born in Groombridge, Kent around the year 1395.[1] His father was John Waller and his mother was Margaret Waller (née Landsdale).[1] His mother was originally from Sussex and his grandfather, Thomas Waller, also hailed from Sussex.
Richard served in the English army under Henry V during the Hundred Years' War. He fought in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, where he captured Charles d'Orléans, the Duke of Orléans.[1] He was knighted on the battlefield for his actions by his king. Richard also fought in the Battle of Verneuil.[1]
After his military service, Richard served as an official. He served as sheriff of Surrey and Sussex from 1433 until the following year; additionally, he was made sheriff of Kent in 1437 and again only remained in office until the following year.[1]
Family
[edit]He had seven sons and 2 daughters with his wife Silvia: two sons named Richard and John, a daughter named Alice[1] and a daughter named Ann. His son John became a member of Parliament for Hindon.