Sir Henry Vane, known as the Elder to distinguish him from his son, was an English politician who sat in the House of Commons at various times between 1614 and 1654. He served King Charles in many posts including secretary of state, but on the outbreak of the English Civil War joined the Parliamentary cause. He was the third cousin of Francis Fane, 1st Earl of Westmorland.
- Occupation
- politician
- Position held
- Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1614 Parliament, Member of the 1621-22 Parliament, Member of the 1624-25 Parliament
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of England
- Born
- February 18, 1589
