John Gage (Tudor politician)
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Sir John Gage KG (28 October 1479 – 18 April 1556) was an English courtier during the Tudor period. He held a number of offices, including Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster (1542–1547), Comptroller of the Household (1540–1547), Constable of the Tower (1540–1556) and Lord Chamberlain (1553–1556).
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Sir John Gage | |
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Lord Chamberlain | |
In office 1553–1556 | |
Monarch | Mary I |
Preceded by | The Lord Darcy of Chiche |
Succeeded by | Sir Edward Hastings |
Personal details | |
Born | 28 October 1479 Burstow, Surrey, England |
Died | 18 April 1556(1556-04-18) (aged 76) Firle Place, East Sussex, England |
Resting place | Firle, East Sussex, England |
Spouse | Philippa Guildford |
Occupation | Courtier |
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