John Digby, 1st earl of Bristol

John Digby, 1st earl of Bristol (born February 1580—died Jan. 16, 1653, Paris) was an English diplomat and moderate Royalist, a leading advocate of conciliation and reform during the events leading to the Civil War (1642–51). He served as ambassador to Spain for King James I (ruled 1603–25) during most of the period from 1611 to 1624, and in 1622 he was created earl of Bristol. In 1623 Bristol earned the undying hostility of Prince...