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William Rous (14th-century MP)

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William Rous (fl. 1390) of Paynestwychene Lane, Bath, Somerset, was an English politician, craftsman and tax collector.

Family

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Rous was the son of Henry le Mareschal of Bath by his wife, Alice. He had a brother named John.

Career

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He was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Bath in January 1390. He was Mayor of Bath c. Sept. 1390 – 1391 and in 1392–93.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "ROUS, William, of Bath, Som. | History of Parliament Online".
Parliament of England
Preceded by Member of Parliament for Bath
1390
With: Richard Clewer
Succeeded by
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