Henry fitz Ailwin
Henry fitz Ailwin de Londonstane | |
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Engraving of Henry fitz Ailwin | |
| 1st Lord Mayor of London | |
| In office 1189–1212 | |
| Preceded by | Office established |
| Succeeded by | Roger FitzAlan |
| Personal details | |
| Born | c. 1135 London |
| Died | 19 September 1212 |
| Spouse | Marguérite de Londres |
| Relations | Son of Ailwin fitz Leofstan, brother of Alan fitz Ailwin. |
| Children | Peter fitz Henry Alan fitz Henry Thomas fitz Henry Richard fitz Henry |
| Occupation | Merchant |
| Profession | Mayor of London |
Henry fitz Ailwin de Londonestone (c.1135– 19 September 1212) was an English merchant and landowner who served as the first Mayor of London from 1189 to 1212.
In office from about 1189 until his death in 1212, FitzAilwin remains London's only Mayor to be elected for life.