Thomas Hoby
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Sir Thomas Hoby (1530 – 13 July 1566) was an English diplomat and translator.
Quick Facts Sir Thomas Hoby, Ambassador of the Kingdom of England to France ...
Sir Thomas Hoby | |
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Ambassador of the Kingdom of England to France | |
In office 1566–1566 | |
Preceded by | Nicholas Wotton |
Succeeded by | Sir Nicolas Throckmorton |
Personal details | |
Born | 1530 |
Died | 13 July 1566(1566-07-13) (aged 35–36) Paris, France |
Spouse | |
Relations | Sir Philip Hoby (brother) Peregrine Hoby (grandson) |
Children | 4, including Edward, Thomas |
Parent(s) | William Hoby Katherine Forden Hoby |
Residence | Bisham Abbey |
Alma mater | St. John's College, Cambridge |
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