James Howard, 4th Earl of Sussex, was an English nobleman born in 1620. He was the son of James Howard, 3rd Earl of Sussex and Mary Wotton. He inherited the title of Earl of Sussex in 1644, during a tumultuous period in English history marked by the English Civil War. The 4th Earl was known for his loyalty to the monarchy and his opposition to the Parliamentarians. He served in various military roles and was involved in royalist efforts. James Howard passed away in 1659, leaving behind a legacy tied to the royalist cause during a time of significant political change in England.