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• To Lady Kathleen: Great GrandParent

Alice married Esquire William Prater in 1491 in Eaton, Cheshire, England, United Kingdom. William (son of Five Plus Gen of Unknown Prater) was born in 1450 in , Johnson, Kentucy, United States; died on 20 Jun 1547 in Inglesham, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Alice. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• To Lady Kathleen: 13 x great grandfather

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Stories and Notes:
John owned several thousand acres, bordering 3 shires (counties), including several Manors. The family controlled the woolen trade in this part of England, and controled major grazing and thousands of head of sheep.

John married Elene Kingston in 1505 in Inglesham, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. Elene (daughter of Sir William Kingston and Mary Scrope) was born in 1493 in Painswick, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom; died in 1557 in Inglesham, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Stories and Notes:
George lived at Latton, Wiltshire, which has been in existance since before the Roman occupation of England. There are still old Roman ruins there today.

It is believed that George was the Reeve of Nunney, Somerset, working under his cousin, Sir William Paulet. George later purchased the holdings of Nunney from his cousin in a tax deal, which kept the Manor of Nunney in the family. Nunney Castl e was included in this transaction which was handled by a Jack Prater. We do not know how Jack is related to the family. It's possible that "Jack" is a "nick-name" for John. Records state that Nunney was purchased out of the estate of George's f ather, John.

George lived during the time that King Henry the Eighth created the Church of England and discontinued recognizing the Catholic Church. This was a harsh time for the Praters because they were Catholic. Most of the Christian world was Catholic a t this point in history. The Praters were taxed heavily for their religion, but because of their high social and political connections they continued to do well. Also, they were related to many other noble and titled families.

Died:
He died while traveling between his manors at Laton and at Eaton Water
Records state that George died "enterstate". It is believed by some that he died while working at Nunney.

Buried:
He was buried in his church at Latton, Wiltshire. His tomb is under the floor of the church in the 7th aisle. People of this period in history believed that they would surely go to heaven if they were buried in the church. Only the wealthiest co uld afford a place in the church.

George married Jane Plott in 1534 in Shefford Magna, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. Jane (daughter of Sir Richard Plott and Alice Geraldine Mallot) was born in 1515 in Blewberry Manor, Blewbury, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom; died on 5 Feb 1587 in Village Latton, Cricklade, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom; was buried on 5 Feb 1587 in Latton Manor, Village Latton, Cricklade, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Joane married Thomas StephensSwindon, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. Thomas (son of Sir Thomas Stephens) died in 1560. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Died:
He died young.

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Birth:
or Eaton Water

Stories and Notes:
He inherited Nunney Castle, the Manors of Nunney, Glaston, Lighe, Trotoxhill, Sharpshawe, all in Somerset and lands from his father in Cryklade, Chelworth, Calcote, also included in these holdings were 40 farms with dwellings, slaves and/or serf s. Thirty farms wihout buildings, and about 4000 acres of meadow and timberlands, a teniment in Oxford, and many businesses which included Mills, wool processing centers, dovecotts. Richard, being the oldest and major heir of his father's esta te.

Nunney Castle Location: Somerset(ST 737457) Type: quadrangular Date: 1373 Built by Sir John de la Mere. A tall and compact castle. It was destroyed in 1645 by Oliver Cromwell

Richard married Margaret Ashfield in 1561 in Village Latton, Cricklade, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Also Known As : Anthony Prater
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• To Lady Kathleen: Great GrandParent

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Stories and Notes:
Anthony was the second born son in his family. His father was very wealthy, and thus his inheritance was substantial, but it was the custom in those times to give most of the inheritance, titles, etc. to the first born son. He inherited Stanto n St, Bernard Manor which is located in South central Wiltshire (near the famous Stone Henge).

His older brother Richard was the heir to most of their father's property and titles. Richard lived in Nunney Castle located in Nunney, Somerset. Richard's holdings were vast, consisting of several manors (villages with all the businesses in th e village), 40 farms with surfs (slaves) that lived on them, 30 farms without surfs, 4000 acres of meadow land, and approximately 300 acres of timber. Richard held the title of "Esquire" and "Lord of Nunney". Anthony was named "Trustee" of the e states when Richard died in 1580. Anthony was trustee for 6 years until Richard's son George became of age (Nunney was acquired from "Lord St. John" - Sir William Paulet).

Anthony had much trouble with his family and was taken to court many times. The Earl of Bolingbroke, which Anthony "held" under, wrote in the court record "Anthony Prater, a troublesome man". Anthony's business dealings were often in dispute.

Anthony Prater received the manor of "Hook" from his younger brother Nicholis, who he claimed to be a lunatic. He kept and cared for his brother for many years and claimed ownership of "Hook" as his compensation. When Anthony's wife died, Nichol is was sent to live with their sister in London. Shortly after, he brought claim against Anthony claiming "he had regained his former health", but the court found in Anthony's favor and he retained the manor of "Hook".

Shortly after the court found in Anthony's favor, Nicholis and "others" went to Anthony's manor and stole 18 prize cows. Nothing more is recorded as to the outcome of this act.

It is recorded that Anthony was later "Excommunicated from the Catholic Church for his 'extorsionate practices'". He died without reconsiliation.

In order for him to have a burial place in the church, Anthony must have taken the King's religion. Thus, by joining the Church of England he was able to secure his burial place in the church at Stanton St. Bernard.

Buried:
Anthony's tomb is in the floor of the church at his manor

Anthony married Judith Ivye in 1571-1572 in West Kington, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. Judith (daughter of Sir Thomas Anthony Ivye and De La Mere) was born in 1550 in West Kington, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom; died on 6 Feb 1578 in West Kington, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom; was buried in West Kingston Manor Church, West Kington, West Kington, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Elizabeth Winter. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Stories and Notes:
He was a lunatic, so probably died unmarried. He inherited a small manor named Hook, and his brother Anthony took him into his care. Anthony took claim to his land to help pay for his care. After Anthony's wife died, Nicholas went to live wit h his sister in London where he regained his health, and filed claim against Anthony to get his land back. The courts found in Anthony's favor, so Nicholas stole 18 head of cattle from Anthony for payment of his land. Nothing is known as to th e outcome of this act.

Family/Spouse: Thomas Walrond. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: William Kemble. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Unknown. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]