Henry Gage

Henry Gage Historical Figure Nationality: England Year of Birth: 1597 Year of Death: 1645 Cause of Death: Killed in battle Religion: Catholicism Occupation: Soldier Parents: John Gage (father), Margaret Copley (mother) Spouse: Mary Daniel Children: Henry Walrave Gage (son), Jane Gage and Barbara Gage (daughters) Fictional Appearances: 1632 series POD: May, 1631 Appearance(s): Grantville Gazette XIII Ring of Fire II

Sir Henry Gage (29 August 1597 – 11 January 1645) was an English nobleman and soldier, born into a Catholic family.

He became a professional soldier, and being a Catholic, served on the Spanish side in the long-running conflict in the Low Countries for most of his life. He was known for his ability and was described as “a complete soldier and a wise man.” He was also noted for his piety.

With the arrival of the English Civil War, Gage returned home to fight on the Royalist side. He was killed in battle in 1645.

Henry Gage in 1632

Henry Gage was still serving the Spanish under Don Fernando when Grantville arrived in the past.

In 1634, he was in Grantville as an agent of Janos Drugeth.