Arthur Chichester
Irish soldier and 1st Earl of Donegall
Born
June 16th, 1606
419 years ago
Died
March 18th, 1675
350 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Ireland
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Served as a soldier in the English Civil War, gaining recognition for military leadership. Participated in the conquest of Ireland under Oliver Cromwell. Appointed Governor of Carrickfergus and later became the 1st Earl of Donegall. His tenure included involvement in matters of governance and land settlement in Ireland, especially in the northern regions. Influential in the establishment of English rule and colonial policies.
Served as the Governor of Carrickfergus
Led military forces during the English Civil War
Appointed as the 1st Earl of Donegall
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