Leonard Dacre, Dacre claimant
Dates: attainted 1570
Biography
A younger son of William Dacre and uncle of George Dacre who claimed part of the Dacre inheritance. He rebelled in 1570, was defeated, fled abroad and was attainted, causing forfeiture of Ainstable to the Crown.
Notes / Sources
The specific conveyance into his hands has not been located.
Research sources:
- Victoria County History of Cumbria Project, Ainstable parish history, draft July 2024, pp. 22-23; the instrument by which Leonard acquired the manors is stated not to have been found. — https://www.cumbriacountyhistory.org.uk/sites/default/files/ainstable-full-draft-complete-july-2024_0.pdf
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