Sir Richard Waller
Sir Richard Waller was an English soldier and official. His most notable achievement was the capturing of the Duke of Orléans at the Battle of Agincourt, which earned him a knighthood.
Sir Richard Waller | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1395 |
| Died | c. 1462 Speldhurst, Kent, England |
| Resting place | Tonbridge Wells, Kent, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Occupation | Soldier, official |
| Spouse(s) | Silvia Waller (née Gulby) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | England |
| Service/ | Army |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Agincourt Battle of Verneuil |
| Sheriff of Surrey and Sussex | |
| In office 1433–1434 | |
| Sheriff of Kent | |
| In office 1437–1438 | |
History
Richard was born in Groombridge, Kent around the year 1395.[1] His father was John Waller and his mother was Margaret Waller (née Landsdale).[1] His mother was originally from Sussex and his grandfather, Thomas Waller, also hailed from Sussex.
Richard served in the English army under Henry V during the Hundred Years' War. He fought in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, where he captured Charles d'Orléans, the Duke of Orléans.[1] He was knighted on the battlefield for his actions by his king. Richard also fought in the Battle of Verneuil.[1]
After his military service, Richard served as an official. He served as sheriff of Surrey and Sussex from 1433 until the following year; additionally, he was made sheriff of Kent in 1437 and again only remained in office until the following year.[1]
Family
He had three children with his wife Silvia: two sons named Richard and John and a daughter named Alice.[1] His son John became a member of Parliament for Hindon.