George Evans (1655–1720) facts for kids
George Evans (1655 – May 1720) was an important Anglo-Irish politician. He played a role in the government of Ireland during his time.
Who Was George Evans?
George Evans was born in 1655. His parents were George Evans of Ballyphilip and Anne Bowerman. He grew up in a time when Ireland was undergoing many changes.
Supporting William III
Evans was a strong supporter of King William III. King William III became king after a major conflict known as the Williamite War in Ireland. This war was fought to decide who would rule England, Scotland, and Ireland. Evans's support for William III showed his loyalty to the new government.
A Career in Politics
George Evans became a Member of Parliament (MP) in the Irish House of Commons. An MP is a person elected to represent an area in the government. The Irish House of Commons was like a parliament for Ireland.
- In 1692, he was first elected as an MP for County Limerick.
- From 1695 to 1699, he represented Askeaton.
- He then represented Charleville from 1703 to 1713.
- He served Charleville again from 1715 until he passed away in 1720.
In 1717, George Evans was given a special role. He became a member of the Privy Council of Ireland. This council was a group of important advisors to the monarch. They helped make big decisions for the country.
His Family Life
In 1679, George Evans married Mary Eyre. They had a large family together, with three sons and seven daughters.
When George Evans passed away in 1720, his eldest son, also named George Evans, took his place. His son had already been given a special title in 1715. He was made a peer, which meant he became a nobleman with the title Baron Carbery.
