John Charles Wright
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Prince John Charles Wright (born 11 November 1926) titled His Royal Highness Prince John Charles Wright upon his marriage Princess Lizzy in 1946 and 3rd Baronet of Wright's of Swansea in 1950 https://amzn.eu/d/3GDQ8K9.
John was born on 11 November 1926 in Southern Rhodesia, the son of Sir William Charles Wright 2nd Baronet and Lady Maud Wright (nee Butler). He became a baronet when his father died in 1950. He was educated at Umtali Boys School. His Aunt Rosanna Blennerhasset was his guardian in Southern Rhodesia. After completing his education, he was responsible for expanding and running the family business in Southern Rhodesia. In 1946, he married HRH Princess Lizzy. In 1956, Sir John and Princess Lizzy welcomed their first son Joe Duncan Wright and went on to have George, Edith, Reginald, Nolan, Douglas, Joyce and Bowman.
John and Princess Lizzy undertook ceremonial engagements. They contributed to charitable initiatives, were keen farmers ,conservationists and advocated for the conservation of historical buildings.
Early life, family, and education[edit]
John was born on 11 November 1926 in Southern Rhodesia, the only son of Sir William Charles Wright 2nd Wright of Swansea Baronet and Lady Maud Wright (nee Butler). He was christened at 4 weeks in Umtali. He became a baronet when his father, Sir William Charles Wright died in 1950.[citation needed][1] He was educated at Umtali Boys School.[2] His aunt, Rosanna Blennerhasset,[3][4] became his guardian in Southern Rhodesia. After completing his education, he was responsible for expanding and running the family’s mining business in Southern Rhodesia. In 1946, he married HRH Princess Lizzy a royal, whose mother was a direct descendent of the Rozvi Empire.[5] and father was a Royal Chief for King Mzilikazi. Princess Lizzy brought with her two children she had in her first marriage. John brought the children up as his own, with Princess Lizzy. In 1956, they had a son, Joe Duncan Wright, and subsequently a further seven children: George, Charles, Edith (1962), Reginald, Nolan, Douglas, Joyce and Bowman.
The Wright's family has a rich history and lineage that includes both European nobility and African royalty. The Wright family's ancestral connection to William the Conqueror and the Battle of Hastings in 1066 is a significant part of their European heritage.[6]
John's aunt Rosanna Blennerhasset , fondly known as Aunt Rose , was appointed to be his legal guardian in Southern Rhodesia. He received a private boarding school education. At 6ft tall he excelled at sports at Umtali Boys School, including polo and cricket. He often said how he happy he growing up in Southern Rhodesia.
Parents[edit]
John had was close to both his parents, often remarking he had inherited his father's tall stature, nose and mother's temperament.
Wright of Swansea Baronetcy[edit]
On his father Sir William Charles Wright's passing in 1950 he became 3rd Baronet of Wright's of Swansea.[citation needed][7]
Career[edit]
John and his father partnered to expand the family's business and mining interests in Southern Rhodesia. John's farming enterprise in Umtali was successful and thrived. Rhodesia would be known as the breadbasket of Africa. In 1980, Prince John Charles Wright and Princess Lizzy published poetry including Nature’s Masterpiece (1989) and Welsh poems (1951). Prince John Charles Wright and Princess Lizzy published several books on various subject matters including the books Sustainable Environmentalism (1980) and in (2001) Sustainable Farming Methods.
Marriage[edit]
HRH Princess Lizzy[edit]
John met Princess Lizzy in 1944 in Gweru at a philanthropic banquet hosted by the Meikles brothers. In 1946, John married Princess Lizzy, whose mother was a direct descendent of the Rozvi Empire and father was a Royal Chief for King Mzilikazi.[8] Princess Lizzy brought with her two children she had in her first marriage, including Gladys. When John married Princess Lizzy, his parents gifted the newly weds estates and furniture from Harrods with his father making a trip to see them. Princess Lizzy's family gifted the newly weds arable land and livestock. In 1956, Prince John and Princess Lizzy welcomed their first son Joe Duncan Wright and has George, Charles, Edith(1962), Reginald, Nolan, Douglas, Joyce and Bowman. As their birthright, the children, grandchildren and great grandchildren of Prince John and Princess Lizzy were issued letters patent for Princely titles.
When Princess Lizzy died, Prince John did not remarry but had two more children Florence and Rogers.
Ceremonial duties[edit]
During his marriage, Prince John undertook ceremonial duties with Princess Lizzy. John and Princess Lizzy continued to uphold their family's legacy.
Philanthropy[edit]
Prince John and Princess Lizzy made significant contributions to society through philanthropic work, advocacy for conservation initiatives which made them respected and influential figures, both nationally and internationally. Their compassion and dedication earned the respect and admiration of the people, and they became a beloved figure in the communities they served. They were known for their kindness, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others.
Personal interests[edit]
John was an advocate for the restoration and preservation of historic buildings in Rhodesia. His farming interests made him a passionate advocate for sustainable organic farming methods.[9]. John published poetry including Welsh Poetry and books on various subject matters, with critical acclaim. John attributed his writing to being inspired by his Aunt Rose.
Religion[edit]
John was baptized at four weeks old in 1926 in the Anglican church in Umtali and remained a devout Christian with Princess Lizzy.
Residences[edit]
The family seat in Umtali, country pile served as their official residence together with his family house 46 Cadogan Place, Belgravia.[10]
Titles, styles, and arms[edit]
John was titled His Royal Highness Prince John Charles Wright when he married Her Royal Highness Princess Lizzy in 1946 who had royal descent from both her mother and father, with a pedigree that could be traced back for generations.[11] When his father died in 1950 John became the 3rd Baronet of Wright's of Swansea.
Arms[edit]
As the 3rd Baronet of Wright's of Swansea, John used the family arms granted by King George V. The arms depicted the Wright's family war services to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and the shield depicted a crown coronet of Tudor English Roses.[12]
References[edit]
- ↑ Wright of Swansea, Baronets (12 March 2023). "Wright baronets of Swansea". https://twitter.com/Wrightbaronets. External link in
|website=(help) - ↑ "Umtali BHS". www.swimhistory.co.za. Retrieved 2023-04-20.
- ↑ "Blennerhassett Family Tree - Adventures in Mashonaland - Pioneer Nursing Sisters in East Africa - Rose Blennerhassett, Lucy Sleeman and Beryl Welby". blennerhassettfamilytree.com. Retrieved 2023-04-20.
- ↑ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/364781071_Adventures_in_Mashonaland_By_Two_Hospital_Nurses
- ↑ "The Rozvi Empire". Nhaka yevaShona. 2007-06-13. Retrieved 2023-04-20.
- ↑ "Wright Beginnings ca. 1050". www.wright-brothers.org. Retrieved 2023-04-20.
- ↑ Wright of Swansea, Baronets (23 March 2023). "Wright baronets of Swansea". https://twitter.com/Wrightbaronets. External link in
|website=(help) - ↑ "King Mzilikazi | South African History Online". www.sahistory.org.za. Retrieved 2023-04-20.
- ↑ Metcalfe, C. B. (1969). "Farming in Rhodesia". Journal of ASFMRA. 33 (2): 39–41. ISSN 0003-116X.
- ↑ "Bing Maps". Bing Maps. Retrieved 2023-04-20.
- ↑ https://kchikuse.github.io/shona/2007/06/13/the-rozvi-empire/index.html#:~:text=Today%2C%20the%20Rozvi%20descendants%20are%20those%20of%20the,Kandeya%20II%29%2C%20who%20ruled%20between%201828%20and%201830
- ↑ HeraldicArtist (2022-10-28). "These are the coat of arms and badge of Lady Dillys Wright, daughter of Sir Joe Duncan Wright, 4th Baronet of Wright's of Swansea. They have been emblazoned by me". r/blasones. Retrieved 2023-04-21.
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