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Thomas Burgh

1707 – 1759

Irish politician

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About Thomas Burgh

Lived 1707 – 1759 (aged 51–52).

Thomas Burgh (; ; 1707 – 23 June 1759) was an Irish politician who was MP for Naas (1731–1759).

Biography Burgh was the son of the military engineer and architect Colonel Thomas Burgh MP and Mary Smyth. He represented Naas as a Member of Parliament in the Irish House of Commons between 1731 and his death in 1759. His successor as MP was his younger brother, Richard Burgh.

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Important facts

Born
1707
Birth century
Nationality
Kingdom of Ireland
Positions held
Member of Parliament in the Parliament of Ireland

Family & relationships

Parent
Thomas Burgh (1670–1730)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Burgh?

Irish politician (1707–1759)

When was Thomas Burgh born?

Thomas Burgh was born in 1707.

When did Thomas Burgh die?

Thomas Burgh died on 23 June 1759.

What nationality was Thomas Burgh?

Thomas Burgh's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Ireland.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Burgh

· Wikidata: Q23418801

· DBpedia: Thomas Burgh (died 1759)

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