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

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

Career

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

  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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