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Sir Robert Cotton, 1st Baronet, of Connington

Sir Robert Cotton, 1st Baronet, of Connington (1571–1631) was a politician, bibliophile and antiquarian.

Also recorded as Robert Cotton; Sir Robert Cotton, 1st Bt.; Robert Bruce Cotton.

Overview

Born at Denton in 1571, died at Westminster in 1631.

In detail

Sir Robert Cotton, 1st Baronet, of Connington studied at University of Cambridge, Westminster School and Jesus College. the recorded working language is Latin and English.

Positions recorded include Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England and Member of the 1601 Parliament. Membership is recorded of Useless Parliament and 4th Parliament of King James I.

Distinctions recorded are baronet.

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Sir Robert Cotton, 1st Baronet, of Connington”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q333098: Sir Robert Cotton, 1st Baronet, of Connington

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