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Dorothy Kitson was an English noblewoman of the 16th century, known for her familial connections and role within the Tudor aristocracy.
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# Dorothy Kitson
Dorothy Kitson (c. 1500–1577) was an English noblewoman and member of the Tudor gentry. She was the daughter of Sir Thomas Kitson, a wealthy merchant and Sheriff of London, and inherited significant estates. Dorothy married Sir Thomas Pakington, a prominent courtier, and through this union, she became connected to influential political and social circles of the period.
## Family and Background
Born into a prosperous family, Dorothy Kitson’s father amassed wealth through trade and civic service. Her marriage to Sir Thomas Pakington further elevated her status, linking her to the English nobility.
## Legacy
Dorothy Kitson’s descendants continued to play notable roles in English history, maintaining the family’s prominence during the Tudor era.
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