Appointment as Secretary of State
Charles I appoints Nicholas as Secretary of State.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Edward Nicholas Biography and Timeline
Follow Edward Nicholas through 6 dated historical records for England.
Edward Nicholas, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
6Distinct records
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1641–1662Years on this page
1641
Irish Rebellion Correspondence
Nicholas manages royal communications concerning the uprising and military response.
1660
Declaration of Breda
Nicholas assists the royal administration as Charles II prepares the declaration for England.
Role range: 1593-1669
Royal Correspondence from Breda
Nicholas assisted with the letters and administrative documents accompanying the declaration.
Role range: 1593-1669
Secretary of State
Appointed one of the two Secretaries of State
1662
Retirement
Nicholas leaves office as Secretary of State during the reorganisation of Charles II's ministry.
Role range: 1641-1662
Records, sources and methodology
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