Thomas Shirley
1542–1612
- Nationality
- Kingdom of England
- Occupation
- politician
Sir Thomas Shirley (c.1542 â October 1612), of Wiston in Sussex, was an English Member of Parliament, government official and courtier who is said to have suggested the creation of the title of baronet.
Incarceration history
Facilities
- Fleet PrisonDates unknown
Biography
Sir Thomas Shirley (c.1542 â October 1612), of Wiston in Sussex, was an English Member of Parliament, government official and courtier who is said to have suggested the creation of the title of baronet.
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