Lord Fairfax

Lord Fairfax was a prominent English noble family that held vast land and influence in America during colonial times. The most notable was Thomas Fairfax, the 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, who owned large estates in Virginia. Despite living in England, he managed his American holdings and played a significant role during the colonial period and the American Revolution, supporting the Patriot cause. The Fairfax family's prominence helped shape the development of Virginia and its history, making them important figures in early American history.