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Thomas Adams
| Lord Mayor of the City of London and Member of Parliament Date of Birth: 01.01.1586 Country: Great Britain |
Content:
- The Early Life and Education of Sir Thomas Adams
- A Successful Merchant and Civic Leader
- Lord Mayor of London
- Member of Parliament
- Support for the Monarchy
- Death and Legacy
The Early Life and Education of Sir Thomas Adams
Born in 1586 in Wem, Shropshire, Thomas Adams received his early education at Shrewsbury School.
In 1600, he became a sizar at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge University, earning his Bachelor's degree in 1605.
A Successful Merchant and Civic Leader
After completing his education, Adams established himself as a successful draper in London.
In 1609, he was elected Sheriff, leaving his business to devote himself to public service. As a Master of the Drapers' Company, he became an Alderman in the Corporation of the City of London and served as Governor of St. Thomas' Hospital, which he possibly saved from ruin by