Baron Russell of Thornhaugh
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The title Baron Russell of Thornhaugh was created in the Peerage of England in 1603 for the English military leader, Sir William Russell. His son succeeded as Earl of Bedford in 1627 and the barony has been united with the earldom ever since.
[edit] Barons Russell of Thornhaugh (1603)
- William Russell, 1st Baron Russell of Thornhaugh (c. 1558-1613)
- Francis Russell, 2nd Baron Russell of Thornhaugh (1593-1641), succeeded as Earl of Bedford in 1627.
For further Barons Russell of Thornhaugh, see Duke of Bedford.