Q6258263
John Smith
Englishman and supporter of the Royalists during the English Civil War
| Bio | Sir John Smith of Skilts (1616–1644) was an Englishman who supported the Royalist cause in the English Civil War. He is best known for recapturing the Royal Standard at the Battle of Edgehill, a deed for which he was made a knight banneret by King Charles I on the field of battle.2 |
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| Born | c. 16161 |
| Died | c. 16441 |
| Occupation | Cavalier1 |
| Cause of death | Unknown |
| Status | Possible: John Smith may be a 27 Club member |