James Hewitt, 2nd Viscount Lifford facts for kids
James Hewitt, 2nd Viscount Lifford (born October 27, 1750 – died April 15, 1830) was an important person in Ireland. He was a nobleman, known as a peer, with a special title called "Viscount Lifford." He was also a clergyman in the Church of Ireland, which means he was a religious leader.
James Hewitt was the oldest son of James Hewitt, who was the 1st Viscount Lifford. His mother was Mary Rhys Williams. The Hewitt family originally came from a city in England called Coventry. James's father moved to Ireland in 1767 to take on a very important job: Lord Chancellor of Ireland. This job meant he was the chief judge and a top government official. Even though some people didn't like his appointment at first, James's father did a great job. Many years later, lawyers in Ireland still remembered him as "the great Lord Lifford."
James's mother, Mary, passed away in 1765. The next year, his father married Ambrosia Bayley, who was known for her beauty and became very popular in Ireland. Young James went to college at Trinity College, Dublin in Ireland and Christ Church, Oxford in England.
On September 28, 1789, James inherited his father's noble titles and became the 2nd Viscount Lifford. This also meant he got a seat in the Irish House of Lords, which was like a parliament for noble people in Ireland. From 1796 until he passed away in 1830, he also served as the Dean of Armagh, a high-ranking position in the Church of Ireland.
Family Life and Successor
James Hewitt was married twice. His first wife was Henrietta Judith Pomeroy. They got married on July 25, 1776. Sadly, she passed away just two years later.
On December 23, 1781, James married his second wife, Alicia Oliver. They had two children together. When James Hewitt passed away, his oldest son, who was also named James, took over his titles and became the 3rd Viscount Lifford.
