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John Baker (died 1558)
English politician, born 1488 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Sir John Baker (1488 – 23 December 1558) was an English politician. He served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1545 to his death, having previously been Speaker of the House of Commons of England.
This article is about an English politician who died in 1558. For persons with the same name, see John Baker.
Quick Facts Chancellor of the Exchequer, Preceded by ...
John Baker | |
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Chancellor of the Exchequer | |
In office 1545–1558 | |
Preceded by | Thomas Cromwell |
Succeeded by | Richard Sackville |
Speaker of the House of Commons | |
In office November 1545 – 15 April 1552 | |
Preceded by | Thomas Moyle |
Succeeded by | James Dyer |
Personal details | |
Born | 1488 |
Died | 23 December 1558 (aged 70) |
Spouse(s) |
Catherine Baker (died 1524)Elizabeth Baker |
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