Burlamachi, Philip

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  • Merchanting & trade, international & inland General trading & trade
  • Financial services Private loan financing inc individuals & businesses

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Philip Burlamachi, d1644, was an international merchant and financier of the Crown. Lent massively to James I and to government, especially to fund military operations in Europe, 1620s. Also guaranteed government debts, made remittances in Europe on behalf of government, acquired goods for government's account, etc. Bankrupt 1633 when enjoyed royal protection

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