Sir Erasmus Dryden, 1st Baronet, 1st Baronet of Canons Ashby, English landowner
Dates: 1553–1632
Biography
English landowner who inherited Canons Ashby from his father, John Dryden, and was created the first Dryden baronet in 1619. He was the father of the poet John Dryden.
Notes / Sources
The baronetcy and Canons Ashby association distinguish him from his son and namesake descendants.
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