Robert Byng (16th-century MP)
For the eighteenth century MP and Governor of Barbados, see Robert Byng.
| Robert Byng | |
|---|---|
 Portrait of Robert Byng attributed to Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen | |
| Died | 2 September 1595 |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation | Member of Parliament |
Robert Byng (by 1530–1595) was the eldest son of John Byng of Wrotham and Agnes Spencer. He was twice elected to Parliament, representing Steyning in 1555 and Abingdon in 1559. The latter seat was probably gained through the influence of his first wife's stepfather Sir John Mason.[1][2]
He married twice. His first wife, Frances Hill, was the daughter of Richared Hill of Hartley Wintney with whom he had three sons, including his heir George Byng. His second wife was Mary Maynard, with whom he had three sons and a daughter. Robert Byng died on 2 September 1595.[2]
References
- ↑ Swales, R. J. W.; Hawkyard, A. D. K. (1982). "Byng, Robert". In Bindoff, S. T. The House of Commons 1509-1558. The History of Parliament Trust.
- 1 2 Fuidge, N. M. (1982). "Byng, Robert". In Bindoff, S. T. The House of Commons 1509-1558. The History of Parliament Trust.
| Parliament of England | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by John Roberts William Pellatt |
Member of Parliament for Steyning 1555 |
Succeeded by Richard Onslow Robert Colshill |
| Preceded by Oliver Hyde |
Member of Parliament for Abingdon 1559 |
Succeeded by Oliver Hyde |
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