Whittington (Arthur)

Sir Richard Whittington was a prosperous 15th-century merchant and politician from London, renowned for his success in trade and wealth. He served as Lord Mayor of London multiple times and was a benefactor who funded public projects, including the Dépôt de la Rue des Lombards, and supported education and charity. Whittington's name is also linked to the famous English folk ballad about "Dick Whittington," depicting him as a humble man who became wealthy and a successful leader, though the story is more legend than fact. His legacy embodies civic leadership and philanthropy.