Wm Cecil, Lord Burghley
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Wm Cecil, Lord Burghley
WILLIAM CECIL, first baron BURGHLEY Statesman, Lord Treasurer Date: 1520 - 1598
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1520 1598 Baron Burghley Cecil Treasurer Will I Am
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"William Cecil, 1st Baron Burghley (1520-1598), was a prominent English statesman and Lord Treasurer of England during the reigns of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Mary I. Cecil was born into a gentry family in Lincolnshire and educated at Cambridge University. He began his political career under the guidance of Thomas Wyatt, who introduced him to the court of King Henry VIII. Cecil's political acumen and loyalty soon caught the attention of the king, and he was appointed to various positions of power, including Master of the Court of Augmentations and Master of the Wards. During the reign of Queen Mary I, Cecil was a key figure in the Protestant opposition to her Catholic policies. He was imprisoned for a time, but was released after Mary's death and became a trusted advisor to Elizabeth I. Cecil's greatest achievement came during Elizabeth's reign, when he served as Lord Treasurer from 1558 until his death in 1598. In this role, he oversaw the finances of the realm and played a crucial role in the successful defense of England against the Spanish Armada in 1588. Cecil was also a patron of the arts and literature, and his home, Burghley House in Cambridgeshire, is a fine example of Elizabethan architecture. He was married twice, first to Mary Cheke and later to Mildred Cooke, with whom he had ten children. Cecil's legacy as a statesman and administrator is still felt in England today, and he is remembered as one of the greatest figures of the Elizabethan era." This photograph captures a portrait of William Cecil, 1st Baron Burghley, in later life. The image shows Cecil in formal attire, with a serious expression and a well-groomed beard. The background is plain, drawing attention to Cecil's face and the intricate details of his clothing. The portrait is a testament to the power and influence of this remarkable statesman, who played a pivotal role in English history.
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