Ralph Wimbledon

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Ralph Wimbledon (fl. 1413) was an English politician.

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Family

He may have been the son of William Wimbledon, constable of Farnham Castle. His wife was named Isabel.

Career

He was a Member of the Parliament of England for Guildford in May 1413. [1]

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References

  1. WIMBLEDON, Ralph, of Ashstead, Surr. The History of Parliament. Retrieved 2 November 2016.
Parliament of England
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Member of Parliament for Guildford
1413
With: Richard Eton
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