John Lyon
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John Lyon was a yeoman from Preston, England, who lived in the 16th century. A yeoman was historically an intermediate social class between the gentry and labourers, often a landholder or retainer. Lyon, described as a yeoman, set aside resources for the education of poor children in Harrow. This initiative led to the founding of Harrow School, which received its charter from Queen Elizabeth I in 1571. The term "yeomanry" can refer to the body of yeomen or a British volunteer cavalry force. The Yeomen of the Guard, established in 1485, serve as the sovereign's personal bodyguard.1234
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