Cornwallis Maude, 1st Viscount Hawarden facts for kids

Cornwallis Maude, 1st Viscount Hawarden (born September 19, 1729 – died August 23, 1803) was an important figure in Ireland's history. He was an Anglo-Irish peer (a noble person) and a politician. This means he was involved in both the noble ranks and the government of his time.

Who Was Cornwallis Maude?

Cornwallis Maude was born into a well-known family. He was the second son of Sir Robert Maude, 1st Baronet and his mother, Eleanor Cornwallis. His family had roots in both England and Ireland.

Becoming a Baronet

Cornwallis Maude became a baronet in 1777. A baronet is someone who holds a special hereditary title, similar to a knight, but it can be passed down through the family. He received this title after his older brother, Thomas Maude, 1st Baron de Montalt, passed away without marrying or having children.

His Time in Politics

Cornwallis Maude was also active in politics. He served as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Roscommon. This was in the Irish House of Commons, which was the main law-making body in Ireland at that time. He held this position between 1783 and 1785. As an MP, he helped make decisions for the country.

Rising Through the Peerage

Cornwallis Maude received several special honors during his life. These honors gave him higher ranks within the Peerage of Ireland, which is the system of noble titles in Ireland.

• On June 29, 1785, he was given the title Baron de Montalt of Hawarden. A Baron is a noble title, usually the lowest rank in the peerage.
• Later, on December 5, 1793, he was given an even higher title: Viscount Hawarden. A Viscount is a noble rank that is above a Baron but below an Earl.

These titles showed his importance and influence in Irish society.

Family Life

Cornwallis Maude had a large family. He had 16 children with his three wives.