William Compton

English courtier at the court of Henry VIII of England (1482-1528) · Died at 46

Sir William Compton was a soldier and one of the most prominent courtiers during the reign of Henry VIII of England.

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Knight Bachelor

Status

Deceased

Dates

Lived 1482 to 1528 · aged 46