William Mullins, 2nd Baron Ventry facts for kids
William Townsend Mullins, born on September 25, 1761, was an important figure in Irish politics. He was known as the 2nd Baron Ventry, a title he inherited later in life. As an Anglo-Irish politician and a peer (a member of the nobility), he played a role in the laws that shaped Ireland. He passed away on October 5, 1827.
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Early Life and Family
William Townsend Mullins was the son of Thomas Mullins, 1st Baron Ventry, and Elizabeth Gunn. His father was the first person in their family to hold the title of Baron Ventry.
A Role in Parliament
From January to December 1800, William Townsend Mullins served as a Member of Parliament for Dingle. A Member of Parliament is someone elected to represent a group of people in the government's law-making body.
The Act of Union
During his time in Parliament, Mullins helped pass a very important law called the Irish Act of Union of 1800. This law joined the Kingdom of Ireland with the Kingdom of Great Britain, creating the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. Because of his work on this law, his father was given the special title of a peerage, which is a noble rank.
Later Life and Succession
William Townsend Mullins became the 2nd Baron Ventry in 1824, after his father passed away. He held this title for three years until his own death in 1827.
Family Life
William Townsend Mullins was married three times. His first wife was Sarah Anne Falkiner, whom he married in 1784. They had two daughters before Sarah Anne passed away in 1788.
He later married Frances Sage in 1790. This marriage ended in 1796.
His third wife was Clara Jones. She lived longer than he did. William Townsend Mullins had daughters, but no sons who lived to inherit his title. Because of this, his nephew, Thomas de Moleyns, 3rd Baron Ventry, became the 3rd Baron Ventry after him.
