Robert Shirley

Robert Shirley

Sir Robert Shirley (c. 1581 – 13 July 1628) was an English traveller and adventurer, younger brother of Sir Anthony Shirley and of the adventurer Sir Thomas.

Read more about Robert Shirley:  Diplomatic Activities, In Art

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