NameJohn LAWSON
Birthabt 1637, Naworth, Cumberland, England
Death26 Oct 1698
Misc. Notes
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Was a captain of Horse in service of Charles I. He inherited Brough Hall and St. Anthony by act of Parliament 1653. His estate was sequestered. He went into exile to Ireland where his younger son, John Roger, married and settled. Charles II created John Baronet in 1665 and restored the estate of Brough Hall to him. Will dated 22 October proved 4 November 1698. Died 26 October 1698, buried at Catteryck. He was succeeded by Sir Henry Lawson, his eldest son.