Richard "the Devils Hook" Bourke facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Richard Bourke 22nd Mac William Iochtar
Risdeárd mac Deamhain an Chorráin Búrca
Arms of Bourke of Mayo
Died	1601

Richard "the Devils Hook" Bourke was an important Irish leader. He was known as the 22nd Mac William Íochtar. This was a title for a powerful chieftain in County Mayo, Ireland. His Irish name was Risdeárd mac Deamhain an Chorráin Bourke. He lived during the late 1500s and passed away in October 1601.

Richard came from a long line of important leaders. His father was Ricard "Deamhan an Chorráin" Bourke. His great-great-grandfather was Edmund na Féasóige de Búrca. Edmund was the 4th Mac William Íochtar. Richard took over the leadership from his cousin, Tibbot MacWalter Kittagh Bourke. After Richard, another cousin, Tibbot ne Long Bourke, became the next Mac William Íochtar. Tibbot ne Long later became the first Viscount Mayo.

Who Was Richard "the Devils Hook" Bourke?

Richard "the Devils Hook" Bourke was a significant figure in Irish history. He was a chieftain, which means he was a leader of a clan or a group of people. He was also a noble, part of the ruling class. His family, the Bourke family, was very powerful in the west of Ireland. They had a long history of leadership.

What Was the Mac William Íochtar Title?

The "Mac William Íochtar" was a special title. It meant "the son of William the Lower." This title was given to the chief of a branch of the Bourke family. This branch was based in County Mayo. The Mac William Íochtar was a very important leader in his area. He had a lot of power and influence over his people.

The Bourke Family Tree

The Bourke family had many important leaders. Richard "the Devils Hook" Bourke was part of a large family tree. Many members of his family held the title of Mac William Íochtar. This shows how important and powerful the family was for many years.

• Edmund na Féasóige de Burca (died 1458) was an early Mac William Íochtar.
• Richard "the Iron" Bourke (died 1583) was another important leader.
• Tibbot ne Long Bourke (1567-1629) became the 23rd Mac William Íochtar. He was also the first Viscount Mayo.