Irish Alliance Dispute
The Scottish commissioners challenged Charles's alliance with Irish Confederates negotiated through Ormonde.
Role range: 1642-1649 – 1643-1650
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James Butler Biography and Timeline
Follow James Butler through 6 dated historical records for Ireland.
James Butler, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
6Distinct records
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1650–1702Years on this page
1650
1662
Act of Settlement
Ormond oversees Irish government as land questions are handled under the Act of Settlement.
Role range: 1662-1669
Lord Lieutenant of Ireland
Ormond returns to office as lord lieutenant during the Irish Restoration settlement.
Role range: 1662-1669
1665
Birth of James Butler
Birth of James Butler, later 2nd Duke of Ormond.
Role range: 1665-1745
1702
Cadiz Land Command
Ormonde commands the expedition's land forces during the failed attack on Cadiz.
Role range: 1701-1714 – 1702-1712
Assault on Vigo Forts
Ormonde's troops assault the shore forts supporting the harbour defences.
Role range: 1701-1714 – 1702-1712
Records, sources and methodology
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