Gilbert Clarke
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Sir Gilbert Clarke (c. 1645 – 1701) was an English politician who served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Derbyshire from 1685 to 1695.[1]
Sir Gilbert Clarke was born around 1645, the eldest surviving son of Godfrey Clarke of Somershall Hall, Brampton, and Chilcote, Derbyshire.[2] His mother, Elizabeth, was the daughter of Sir Thomas Milward of Eaton Dovedale, Derbyshire.
Clarke pursued his education at University College, Oxford, where he matriculated on 12 July 1661 at the age of 16. In 1667, he continued his studies in law by entering the Inner Temple.[1]
Career
Clarke succeeded his father in 1670 and was knighted on 2 March 1671. He held the position of Sheriff of Derbyshire from 1675 to 1676.
In 1685, Clarke was elected as a Member of Parliament for Derbyshire, serving alongside Sir John Gell during the reign of King James II. He continued his parliamentary career through the Glorious Revolution and into the reign of William III and Mary II, securing re-election in 1689, 1690, and 1695.
