Dorcas Blackwood, 1st Baroness Dufferin and Claneboye facts for kids
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Dorcas Blackwood
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Portrait by Gilbert Stuart
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| 1st Baroness Dufferin and Claneboye | |
| In office 1800–1807 |
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| Succeeded by | James |
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Dorcas Stevenson
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| Died | 8 February 1807 |
| Spouse | John Blackwood |
| Children | 11 |
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Dorcas Blackwood, born Dorcas Stevenson (1726 – 1807), was an important Irish noblewoman. She was the first Baroness Dufferin and Claneboye. This special title was given to her to honor her husband, Sir John Blackwood. She came from a well-known family in Killyleagh, County Down, Ireland.
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Who Was Dorcas Blackwood?
Dorcas Stevenson was born in 1726. Her parents were James Stevenson and Ann Price. Her family was from Killyleagh, a town in County Down, Ireland. Her grandmother, Anne Hamilton, was the only heir to a large family estate. This meant Dorcas's family had strong connections to important historical figures in Ireland.
Marriage and Family Life
In May 1751, Dorcas married Sir John Blackwood. He was a baronet, which is a hereditary title, and a member of parliament. Sir John represented the areas of Killyleagh and later Bangor in the Irish Parliament.
Dorcas and John Blackwood had eleven children together. Their children were:
- Robert (1752–1786)
- James (1755–1836)
- John (1757–1833)
- Hans (1758–1839)
- Price (1760–1816)
- Leeson (1766–1804)
- Henry (1770–1832)
- Anne
- Sophia
- Dorcas
- Catharine
Becoming a Baroness
Sir John Blackwood passed away on February 27, 1799. After his death, Dorcas received a special honor. On July 30, 1800, she was given the title of Baroness Dufferin and Claneboye. This title was part of the Peerage of Ireland, which is a system of hereditary titles in Ireland. She was given this title to recognize her husband's service and importance.
Later Life and Legacy
Baroness Dorcas Blackwood passed away on February 8, 1807. Her second son, James, inherited her title. He became the 2nd Baron Dufferin and Claneboye. Her family continued to hold important positions in Irish society.
