Leonard Bilson (1616–1695)

Leonard Bilson (1616–1695) was M.P. for Petersfield during the late 17th century.

Bilson was born on 5 December 1616, the third (second surviving) son of Sir Thomas Bilson of West Mapledurham and his wife  Susanna, daughter of Sir William Uvedale. He was educated at University College, Oxford, graduating B.A. on 5 February 1635, and M.A. on 31 October 1637. His son Thomas succeeded him as MP.