Brief Life History of Thomas
When Thomas Strangeways was born about 1442, in Raby, Durham, England, his father, Sir Thomas Strangeways, was 49 and his mother, Katherine Neville, was 44. He died in his hometown.
Photos and Memories (0)
Do you know Thomas? Do you have a story about him that you would like to share? Sign In or Create a FREE Account
Family Time Line
Sources (0)
There are no historical documents attached to Thomas.
Parents and Siblings
World Events (3)
1455 · Wars of the Roses
Wars of the Roses was a series of English civil wars for control of the throne of England between the royal families House of Lancaster and the House of York. The name of the war was derived as the red rose was the symbol of the Lancastrians and the white rose was the symbol of the Yorks.
1549 · Book of Common Prayer
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
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.
Name Meaning
English: see Strangeway .
Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland © University of the West of England 2016
Possible Related Names
Discover Even More
As a nonprofit, we offer free help to those looking to learn the details of their family story.