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Thomas Kavanagh

1767 – 1837

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About Thomas Kavanagh

Lived 1767 – 1837 (aged 69–70). Thomas Kavanagh was a British politician.

Thomas Kavanagh, The MacMorrough (10 March 1767 – 20 January 1837) was an Irish landowner.

Biography He was the fourth son of Thomas Kavanagh of Borris, County Carlow by his wife Lady Susanna, daughter of Walter Butler, 16th Earl of Ormonde. He succeeded his elder brother Walter in the family estates in 1813.

He married artist Lady Harriet Kavanagh (née Trench) on 28 February 1825. The couple had three sons Charles, Thomas, Arthur, and one daughter, Harriet or "Hoddy." Their youngest son Arthur MacMurrough Kavanagh was born with vestigial limbs and Lady Harriet insisted he be raised with the same opportunities as their other children. Following Thomas' death Lady Harriet took their three youngest children travelling in the Middle East for two years.

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Important facts

Born
10 March 1767
Birth century
18th century
Died
1837
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Kingdom of Great Britain
Positions held
Member of the 9th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 12th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 7th Parliament of the United Kingdom, Member of the 8th Parliament of the United Kingdom
Also known as
Thomas Kavanagh, The MacMorrough

People in Thomas Kavanagh's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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Harriet Kavanagh
1799 – 1885
Painter
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Walter Butler
1752 – 1781
Military personnel

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Kavanagh?

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When was Thomas Kavanagh born?

Thomas Kavanagh was born on 10 March 1767.

When did Thomas Kavanagh die?

Thomas Kavanagh died in 1837.

What was Thomas Kavanagh's occupation?

Thomas Kavanagh was a politician.

What nationality was Thomas Kavanagh?

Thomas Kavanagh was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Kavanagh

· Wikidata: Q25863363

· DBpedia: Thomas Kavanagh (politician)

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