Walter de Burgh, 1st Earl of Ulster facts for kids
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Walter de Burgh
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Arms of de Burgh: Or, a cross gules.
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| Born | c. 1210 |
| Died | 28 July 1271 Galway |
| Title | 1st Earl of Ulster |
| Tenure | 1264–1271 |
| Other titles | 2nd Lord of Connaught |
| Spouse(s) | Lady Maud de Lacy (1264) Aveline FitzJohn Fitzgeoffrey |
| Issue | Richard Óg de Burgh Theobald de Burgh William de Burgh Thomas de Burgh Egidia de Burgh |
| Parents | Richard Mór de Burgh, 1st Lord of Connaught Egidia de Lacy |
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Walter de Burgh (born around 1210, died July 28, 1271) was a powerful Irish noble. He was known as the 1st Earl of Ulster and the 2nd Lord of Connaught. His family name is also sometimes spelled Burke or Bourke. He belonged to the important House of Burgh family.
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Walter de Burgh: A Powerful Irish Leader
Walter de Burgh was a significant figure in Irish history during the 13th century. He inherited important titles and lands, becoming one of the most influential nobles of his time. His life involved leading his people, managing vast territories, and sometimes engaging in battles.
Early Life and Family
Walter de Burgh was the second son of Richard Mór de Burgh, 1st Lord of Connaught. His mother was Egidia de Lacy. Growing up, he was part of a very important and powerful family in Ireland.
Becoming a Leader
In 1243, Walter took over from his father as the Lord of Connaught. This made him a major landowner and leader in that part of Ireland. Later, in 1264, he was given the title of Earl of Ulster. This was a very high honor, making him one of the most important nobles in Ireland. He received the lands of Ulster in 1263 from Edward, who later became King Edward I of England.
Walter married Avelina, the daughter of Sir John Fitzgeoffrey, who was a high-ranking official called the Justiciar of Ireland. They married around 1257.
Key Events and Battles
Walter de Burgh was involved in many important events during his time. In 1270, he and Walter de Ufford, who was also a Justiciar of Ireland, faced a defeat. They were defeated by Aedh mac Felim Ua Conchobair at a place called Áth an Chip. This was a notable battle in Irish history.
Family and Legacy
Walter de Burgh passed away in Galway on July 28, 1271, when he was about 60 years old. After his death, his oldest son, Richard Óg de Burgh, became the next Earl of Ulster. Richard Óg was often called 'The Red Earl of Ulster'.
Walter had several other children too. These included three more sons named Theobald, William, and Thomas. He also had a daughter named Egidia. Egidia married Sir James Stewart, who was a very important figure in Scotland.
See also
- House of Burgh, an Anglo-Norman and Hiberno-Norman family that started in 1193.
- Lord of Connaught, a title held by Walter de Burgh.
