Francis Lord Guilford 1
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Francis Lord Guilford 1
Francis North, baron GUILFORD statesman Date: 1637 - 1685
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1637 1685 Baron Francis Guilford
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1. Title: "Francis North, 1st Baron Guilford (1637-1685): A Prominent English Statesman of the Restoration Era" Francis North, 1st Baron Guilford, born in 1637, was a pivotal figure in English politics during the Restoration period, serving under King Charles II and King James II. This evocative portrait captures the distinguished statesman in his prime, exuding an air of authority and intelligence. Born into a noble family, North began his political career under Oliver Cromwell's Commonwealth, but his loyalty to the monarchy became evident when he supported the restoration of the English monarchy in 1660. He was rewarded with a baronetcy and later elevated to the peerage as Baron Guilford in 1676. North's political acumen and diplomatic skills were put to the test during the turbulent reigns of Charles II and James II. He served variously as Solicitor General, Attorney General, and Lord Keeper of the Great Seal. North's tenure as Lord Keeper, in particular, was marked by his successful efforts to reconcile the king with the Anglican Church, thereby quelling religious tensions. Despite his loyalty to the monarchy, North was not immune to the political upheavals of the era. He was impeached by the House of Commons in 1678 on charges of accepting bribes, but was acquitted. North's political career came to an end when he was forced to flee England following the Glorious Revolution in 1688, which deposed James II. This portrait, a testament to the complexities of Restoration-era politics, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who navigated the treacherous waters of English politics with skill and determination. Francis North, 1st Baron Guilford, remains an intriguing figure in the annals of English history.
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