Sir Henry Cavendish, 1st Baronet facts for kids
Sir Henry Cavendish, 1st Baronet (born April 13, 1707 – died May 31, 1776) was an important British politician. He worked in the government of the Kingdom of Ireland for many years.
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Who Was Henry Cavendish?
Henry Cavendish was born into a well-known family. His parents were William Cavendish and Mary Tyrell. His family tree connected him to Sir William Cavendish, who was also an ancestor of the powerful Dukes of Devonshire. Young Henry went to University College, Oxford to study, starting in 1724.
Early Career and Moving to Ireland
In 1741, Henry Cavendish became the High Sheriff of Derbyshire. This was an important local job. He also oversaw the building of a grand house called Doveridge Hall in Doveridge, Derbyshire.
Later, he moved to Ireland. There, he took on several key roles in the Irish government. In 1743, he became the Teller of the Exchequer, which meant he managed government money. He also worked as the Collector for the city of Cork. By 1747, he was made a Commissioner of Revenue, helping to manage taxes and income for Ireland.
Becoming a Baronet and Member of Parliament
On May 7, 1755, King George II made Henry Cavendish a baronet. This was a special honor, giving him the title "Sir" and making his family line noble. He was known as the 1st Baronet of Doveridge.
In 1761, he was elected to the Irish House of Commons. This was like being a Member of Parliament (MP) for the area of Lismore. He served in this role until 1768. On June 9, 1768, he became a member of the Privy Council of Ireland. This was a group of important advisors to the King in Ireland.
Henry Cavendish's Family Life
Henry Cavendish was married twice and had several children. His first wife was Anne Pyne, whom he married in 1730. They had six children together. After Anne passed away, he married Catherine Prittie in 1748. With Catherine, he had one son. When Sir Henry Cavendish died, his oldest son, Sir Henry Cavendish, 2nd Baronet, took over his title.
