Thomas Thwaites
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Thomas Thwaites (or Thwaytes) was the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster
between April 2, 1478 - July 7, 1483. He served as Treasurer of Calais
until 1490.
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster is, in modern times, a ministerial office in the government of the United Kingdom that includes as part of its duties, the administration of the estates and rents of the Duchy of Lancaster...
between April 2, 1478 - July 7, 1483. He served as Treasurer of Calais
Treasurer of Calais
Calais was in English hands from 1347 to 1558. The task of the Treasurer, in conjunction with the Captain of Calais was keeping the defences in order, supplying victuals and paying the garrison...
until 1490.