Sir Kildare Borrowes, 3rd Baronet facts for kids
Sir Kildare Borrowes, 3rd Baronet, was an important Irish politician who lived from about 1660 to May 1709. He held a special title called "Baronet," which is like a hereditary knight. Sir Kildare came from a powerful family in County Kildare, Ireland, and he played a role in the government of his time.
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Who Was Sir Kildare Borrowes?
Sir Kildare Borrowes was born around 1660. He was the son of Sir Walter Borrowes, who was the 2nd Baronet, and his first wife, Lady Eleanor FitzGerald. Lady Eleanor's family was very rich and important in County Kildare. This helped the Borrowes family become even more established and respected in the area.
Family Background
Sir Kildare's mother, Lady Eleanor FitzGerald, was the daughter of George FitzGerald, 16th Earl of Kildare. Her family was one of the wealthiest in County Kildare. This connection helped the Borrowes family become a strong part of the local gentry, which means they were a group of wealthy landowners.
His Political Life
In 1685, Sir Kildare took over the Baronet title from his father. He became the High Sheriff of Kildare twice, first in 1697 and again in 1707. The High Sheriff was a very important local official, like a chief law enforcement officer for the county.
From 1703 until he passed away in 1709, Sir Kildare was a member of the Irish House of Commons. This was like the parliament or main law-making body for Ireland at the time. He represented County Kildare in this important assembly.
Where He Lived
Sir Kildare owned a place called Barretstown Castle, which he inherited from his mother. However, his main home was at Gilltown.
His Family and Later Life
Sir Kildare Borrowes married Elizabeth Dixon. She was the oldest daughter of Sir Richard Dixon and Mary Eustace, who lived in Calverstown, also in County Kildare. Elizabeth passed away in 1745.
Sir Kildare and Elizabeth had two sons and three daughters. Sir Kildare was buried at Gilltown. After his death, his oldest son, Walter, became the 4th Baronet. Walter also inherited land in Calverstown from his cousin, Robert Dixon.
Did you know? The name "Borrowes" was pronounced "burrows."
