John Vesey, 1st Baron Knapton facts for kids
John Denny Vesey, 1st Baron Knapton (who died in 1761) was an important person in Ireland's history. He was an Anglo-Irish politician and a peer. A peer is someone who holds a special noble title, like a Baron.
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Who Was John Denny Vesey?
John Denny Vesey was born into a well-known family. His father was Sir Thomas Vesey, 1st Baronet. His mother was Mary Muschamp. She was the daughter of Denny Muschamp and Elizabeth Boyle. Elizabeth Boyle's father was Michael Boyle, who was an important Archbishop of Armagh.
Becoming a Politician
In 1727, John Denny Vesey became a Member of Parliament. This means he was chosen by people to represent them in the government. He was elected to the Irish House of Commons. This was like a parliament for Ireland at the time. He represented the area of Newtownards. He held this position for many years, until 1750.
A New Title: Baron Knapton
On August 6, 1730, John Denny Vesey inherited his father's title. This title was a baronetcy. A baronet is a special noble rank, passed down through families.
Later, on April 10, 1750, he received an even higher honor. He was made a peer. This meant he was given the title of Baron Knapton. This title was named after a place in Queen's County, Ireland. As a Baron, he then took his place in the Irish House of Lords. This was the upper house of the Irish Parliament.
Family and Legacy
John Denny Vesey married Elizabeth Brownlow. She was the daughter of William Brownlow.
When John Denny Vesey passed away, his oldest son, Thomas Vesey, inherited his titles. Thomas Vesey later became a Viscount in 1776. John Denny Vesey also had daughters. His daughter Elizabeth married Edmund Pery, 1st Viscount Pery. Another daughter, Anne, married Thomas Knox, 1st Viscount Northland.
