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Thomas Burton
died c. 1495MerchantEurope · 1495Most named place: Calais
Thomas Burton was a prosperous 15th century merchant from Loughborough in Leicestershire known as one of its wealthiest citizens and a notable benefactor.
As a member of the Wool Staple of Calais which had a monopoly of wool exports, Burton amassed a substantial capital by exporting English wool through the port of Calais. In the manner of the wealthy men of that time, Burton left in his will the funds that were used to establish the Loughborough Grammar School, which dates from 1495 and several others educational institutions.
