John Hawley

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United Kingdom, Merchant
1350December, 30, 1408.

John Hawley (alias Hauley; called the elder; c. 1340 or 1350–30 December 1408) of Dartmouth, Devon, was a wealthy ship owner, 14 times Mayor of Dartmouth and four times Member of Parliament for Dartmouth. He is reputed to be the inspiration for Chaucer's "schipman".

Also known as Politician

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