Sir John Everard, 3rd Baronet facts for kids
Sir John Everard, 3rd Baronet (born around 1665 – died 1691) was an Irish soldier and politician. He was a supporter of King James II, a group known as Jacobites.
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Who Was Sir John Everard?
Sir John Everard was an important figure in Ireland during the late 1600s. He held a special title called a Baronet. This title is like a knight, but it can be passed down from a father to his son. Sir John was known for being a soldier and also for his work in politics.
Early Life and Family
Sir John Everard was the son of Sir Redmond Everard, who was the 2nd Baronet. His mother was Elizabeth Butler. When his father passed away in 1687, John became the 3rd Baronet. This meant he inherited his father's title and responsibilities.
A Soldier for King James
Sir John Everard joined the army of James II of England. King James II was trying to regain his throne. Sir John became a captain in a special group of soldiers who rode horses, called a "regiment of horse." This group was led by Nicholas Purcell of Loughmoe.
Serving in Parliament
Besides being a soldier, Sir John Everard was also involved in politics. In 1689, King James II called a special meeting of the Irish Parliament, known as the Patriot Parliament. Sir John was chosen to be a Member of Parliament for the town of Fethard in County Tipperary.
His Final Battle
Sadly, Sir John Everard's life ended during a major battle. On July 12, 1691, he was killed while fighting in the Battle of Aughrim. This was a very important battle in Irish history. After his death, his family lost their lands and titles because of his support for King James II.
His Family's Future
Sir John Everard was married to Hon. Eleanor Butler. She was the eldest daughter of Thomas Cahir, 6th Baron Cahir. They had a son named Redmond Everard. After Sir John's death, young Redmond was raised by other family members. He was brought up as a Protestant, which was a different religion from his father. Later, Redmond was able to get his family's lands back.
