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Thomas Lord: The Cricket Ground King!

Meet Thomas Lord, the amazing man who built a super famous cricket playground for everyone to enjoy!

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Book of English heraldry, Arms of Richard Veer, Margaret Lady Segrave, and Thomas Lord Mowbray, Walters Manuscript W.847, fol. 51r

Book of English heraldry, Arms of Richard Veer, Margaret Lady Segrave, and Thomas Lord Mowbray, Walters Manuscript W.847, fol. 51r

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The Thomas Lord, West Meon
Thomas Lord Berkeley Geograph-3939519-by-Mike-Searle
George Thomas (Lord Tonypandy) and his mother (1460789)
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Book of English heraldry, Arms of William Dabignie, Thomas Lord Dacres, and Warren de Mountchenfie, Walters Manuscript W.847, fol. 34r
Book of English heraldry, Arms of Thomas Lord Howard, Henry Carewe, and Oliver Lord Saint John, Walters Manuscript W.847, fol. 93r
Thomas Lord Scrope (c.1567-1609) and his Mother Margaret Howard (1543-1591), Cousins to Queen Anne Boleyn and Queen Kathryn Howard
Book of English heraldry, Arms of Henry Percye, Henry fitzhewghe, and Thomas Lord fawconbridge, Walters Manuscript W.847, fol. 56r
Book of English heraldry, Arms of Michell Delapoole, Thomas Lord Spencer, and Raufe Lord Neville, Walters Manuscript W.847, fol. 52r
Book of English heraldry, Arms of Thomas Lord Stanly and Edward Courtny, Walters Manuscript W.847, fol. 74v

Key Facts

Born
November 23, 1755.
Known For
Founding Lord's Cricket Ground.
Career
Professional cricketer and wine merchant.
Fun Fact
He built his famous cricket ground near St John's Wood in London.

Who Was This Thomas Lord Guy?

Imagine a grown-up who loved playing a game called cricket so much, he decided to build a special place for it! That was Thomas Lord. He was born a long, long time ago, way back in 1755. He wasn't just a player; he was also a clever businessman who sold yummy wine. He played cricket for many years and was really good at it, making a name for himself in the sport.

Building a Playground for Cricket Stars!

Thomas Lord had a big dream: to create the best cricket ground ever! He built his first one in London, and then another, and another! His most famous playground is still around today. It's so big, you could fit many school buses on it! He wanted a place where the best cricket players could show off their amazing skills and where people could come to watch the exciting games.

Why Lord's Ground is SO Cool!

Thomas Lord's biggest gift to the world of cricket is his amazing ground, called Lord's Cricket Ground. It's like the most important playground for cricket players! Many famous matches have been played there, and it's known all over the world. It's a place where history was made, and where new cricket stars are still being discovered today.

A Cricket Legend Lives On!

Even though Thomas Lord lived a long time ago and isn't playing cricket anymore, his legacy is still super strong. The cricket ground he built is a famous landmark. People remember him as the person who gave cricket a special home. His name is on one of the most important places in the whole sport, which is pretty awesome!

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