William Courten

Deceased Person

1572 – 1636

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Who was William Courten?

Sir William Courten or Curteen was a wealthy 17th century merchant, operating from London. He financed the colonisation of Barbados, but lost his investment and interest in the islands to the Earl of Carlisle.

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Born
1572
United Kingdom
Died
1636

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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