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Gilbert Byron (abt. 1612 - 1656)
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Son of John Byron and Anne (Molyneux) Byron
Brother of John Byron KB, Richard Byron, William Byron, Thomas Byron, Robert Byron, Anne (Byron) Lucas and Philip Byron
[spouse(s) unknown]
[children unknown]
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Biography
Early Career
Gilbert Byron was born about 1612, the youngest of seven brothers, sons of Sir John Byron and Anne Molyneux, who fought on the Royalist side for King Charles I in the civil war.[1] Unlike his older brothers (except perhaps Philip, q.v.) he was never knighted by King Charles I.
At an early age, Gilbert Byron chose a military career, perhaps inspired by his uncle Sir Nicholas Byron, who fought in the Netherlands during the 30 Years War. In April 1639, Gilbert Byron was listed as