Brief Life History of Robert
Robert Withers was born on 6 April 1542, in Norton, Suffolk, England as the son of Edward Withers. He died in 1600, at the age of 58.
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Family Time Line
Edward Withers
1555–
Robert Withers
1542–1600
Sources (2)
- Robert Withers, "England Births and Christenings, 1538-1975"
- Legacy NFS Source: Robert Withers - birth: about 1534; England
Parents and Siblings
World Events (3)
1549 · Book of Common Prayer
Age 7
Book of Common Prayer, a product of the English Reformation, was published in 1549 for assistance in the administration of the sacraments and other rites and ceremonies of the church according to the use of the Church of England. The book outlined morning, evening, and communion prayers and orders for baptism and marriage, thus making England a truly Protestant state.
1558 · Act of Uniformity
Age 16
The Act of Uniformity was passed by the Parliament of England and required all people to go to church once a week. The consequence of not attending church was a fine of 12 pence, which was a considerable amount for a poor person.
1569 · State Lottery
Age 27
A State Lottery was recorded in 1569. The tickets were sold at St. Paul's Cathedral in London.
Name Meaning
English: variant of Wither , with post-medieval excrescent -s.
Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.
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