The Confederates Open Negotiations with the King
Categories: Ireland
Jamese Marquis (subsequently Duke) of Ormond was now commander of thd King’s forces in Ireland ; next year (1643), he was appointed Lore Lieutenant. His character has been variously judged, according to the political and religious standpoint of his critics, but it seems to be generally allowed that he was genuinely attached to the Royalist [...]
Jamese Marquis (subsequently Duke) of Ormond was now commander of thd King's forces in Ireland ; next year (1643), he was appointed Lore Lieutenant. His character has been variously judged, according to the political and religious standpoint of his critics, but it seems to be generally allowed that he was genuinely attached to the Royalist cause. For the " Papist rebels " he had the utmost contempt, and he did not hold himself bound by any laws of honour when dealing with ... Read More
