Henry Talbot of Templeogue facts for kids

Sir Henry Talbot was an important Irish landowner in the 1600s. He lived in Templeogue, County Dublin, and also had lands in Mount Talbot, County Roscommon. He was a Catholic and was chosen to be a Member of Parliament (MP) for Newcastle Borough in 1640. His marriage made him a brother-in-law to Richard Talbot, who later became a powerful leader known as the Earl of Tyrconnell.

Early Life and Family

Henry Talbot was born around 1600. He likely grew up in Templeogue, County Dublin. His father was Robert Talbot, a landowner, and his mother was Eleanor Colley.

Henry's family was part of the "Old English" community in Ireland. This means they were descendants of English people who had settled in Ireland centuries before. Henry's great-grandfather, Richard Talbot, was a well-known judge in Ireland.

Henry had an older brother named John. John inherited the family lands when their father passed away in 1616. However, John died without having any children in 1627. This meant that Henry became the next in line to inherit the family estates.

Marriage and Children

Henry Talbot married Margaret Talbot. She was the daughter of Sir William Talbot, a respected figure from Carton, County Kildare. Margaret's mother was Alison Netterville.

This marriage was important because it connected Henry to a very influential family. Margaret's brother was Richard Talbot, who would later become the 1st Earl of Tyrconnell. He was a powerful person in Irish politics.

Henry and Margaret had several children. They had two sons and six daughters:

• James (died 1691): He became a colonel in the Irish army. James married Bridget Bermingham. Sadly, he was killed during the Battle of Aughrim.
• William (died 1729): He took over the family lands after his brother James.
• Elizabeth: She married John Talbot of Belgard Castle.
• Bridget
• Mary (died 1691): She married Theobald Dillon, who was the 7th Viscount Dillon. Mary was accidentally killed during the Siege of Limerick.
• Alice
• Ellen
• Barbara

Public Life and Challenges

Henry Talbot was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Newcastle Borough in 1640. This meant he helped make laws for Ireland.

In 1642, Henry traveled to England with John Dongan to meet the King. He then stayed in England and fought for the King during the English Civil War. He was knighted in 1646 by James Butler, the Marquess of Ormond, in Kilkenny. Being knighted was a great honor.

After King Charles II returned to power in 1660, Henry Talbot faced accusations. He was accused of taking part in the Irish Confederate Wars, a conflict that happened in the 1640s. However, Henry was able to prove his innocence. He was found to be an "innocent Papist," which meant he was a Catholic who had not committed any crimes against the King.

Because he was found innocent, Henry was able to get back his lands. These lands had been taken away by the English government during the time of Oliver Cromwell. His brother-in-law, Richard Talbot (the future Earl of Tyrconnell), was very helpful. Richard was close to the King's court and helped Henry show that he was innocent and get his property back.

Death

Henry Talbot likely passed away sometime in the 1670s or 1680s. After his death, his eldest son, James, inherited the family estates. James, as mentioned, later died in the Battle of Aughrim in 1691.