Sir William Hurly, 3rd Baronet facts for kids
Sir William Hurly, 3rd Baronet, was an important person in Irish politics who lived a long time ago. He was known for supporting King James II.
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Who Was Sir William Hurly?
Sir William Hurly was the son of Sir Maurice Hurly and Margaret O'Dwyer. In 1684, when his father passed away, William took over his special title, becoming the 3rd Baronet. A baronet was a noble title, like a knight, but it could be passed down in the family.
Supporting King James II
After an event called the Glorious Revolution, Sir William was a strong supporter of King James II. In 1689, he became a Member of Parliament (MP) for a place called Kilmallock. This meant he was a representative in the Irish House of Commons, which was like a government meeting place. He served during a special time known as the Patriot Parliament.
What Happened to Sir William?
Because Sir William supported King James II, he faced serious consequences. In 1691, he was declared a traitor, and his lands and title were taken away from him. He passed away in 1691.
His Family
Sir William Hurly married a woman named Mary Blount. They had at least one son, John, who also served in King James II's army.
