Hugh O'Carolan
Bishop of Clogher
About Hugh O'Carolan
Hugh O'Carolan (in some sources O'Cervallan) was Bishop of Clogher from 1537 to 1557.
The Rector of Donaghmore, he was appointed by Pope Paul III on 6 August 1535 and consecrated in January 1537. On 1 October 1542, O'Carolan renounced his papal appointment, and was re-appointed by King Henry VIII.
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Bishop of Clogher (1537-1557)
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