William Stapper

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William Stapper (fl. 1386), of Reading, Berkshire, was an English politician.

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Family

Stapper married Elizabeth, and they had a son, Stephen Stapper, also an MP. In his poll tax information from 1379, he is shown as already married and his occupation is given as weaver.

Career

Stapper was a Member (MP) of the Parliament of England for Reading in 1386. [1]

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References

  1. "STAPPER, William, of Reading, Berks. | History of Parliament Online".