Arthur Gore, 1st Earl of Arran facts for kids

Arthur Gore, 1st Earl of Arran (1703 – 17 April 1773) was an important Irish politician. He was also known as Sir Arthur Gore, 3rd Baronet and later as Viscount Sudley before becoming an Earl.

Who Was Arthur Gore?

Arthur Gore was born in 1703. His father was Sir Arthur Gore, 2nd Baronet, and his mother was Elizabeth Annesley. He went to Trinity College, Dublin for his education.

Arthur Gore's Political Journey

Arthur Gore began his political career in 1727. He was chosen to represent Donegal Borough in the Irish House of Commons. This was like being a member of parliament today. He held this position for many years, until 1758.

He also had other important roles:

• In 1738, he was the High Sheriff of Wexford. This was a key local law enforcement position.
• In 1748, he became a member of the Irish Privy Council. This was a group of important advisors to the King or Queen in Ireland.

How Arthur Gore Became an Earl

Arthur Gore received several special titles during his life. These titles were given to him by the King.

• In 1758, he was given two titles: Baron Saunders (of Deeps in County Wexford) and Viscount Sudley (of Castle Gore in County Mayo). These titles made him a member of the Peerage of Ireland, a group of high-ranking nobles.
• In 1762, he received an even higher honor. He was made the Earl of Arran. This title was named after the Arran Islands in County Galway. It was the third time someone had been given the title Earl of Arran in Ireland.

Arthur Gore's Family Life

Arthur Gore married Jane Saunders in 1731. Her father was Richard Saunders. Arthur and Jane had three sons and two daughters together.

His sister, Anne, married John Browne, 1st Earl of Altamont in 1729. They had ten children. Another sister, Elizabeth, married James Cuffe. Elizabeth and James had seven children, including James Cuffe, 1st Baron Tyrawley.

Arthur Gore passed away in April 1773. His oldest son, also named Arthur, took over his titles.