For homonymous articles, see Robert Carr.
Robert Carr (1587 - 17 July 1645), 1 Earl of Somerset, was a favorite of the King of England James I. Biographize the code
Originally from Scotland, he is part of Lord Hay's favorite sequel when the king sees him. He becomes viscount of Rochester. In no time, he is private secretary, knight of the Garter and receives pensions and castles. He is created Earl of Somerset on the occasion of his marriage in 1613 with Lady Frances Howard, whose union with the Earl of Essex has just been canceled. Robert Carr and his wife Frances Howard are arrested following the murder of Sir Thomas Overbury, secretary and friend of Robert Carr. He had opposed the marriage of his master with Frances Howard. Condemned to be burned alive, both spouses are pardoned by the king and must retire in the modest castle of Robert in Scotland. Notes and edit the code Bibliography edit code
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