Born in 1650 in Lucan, Ireland; died on August 21, 1693 in Huy, Belgium. After following James II to France, he fought in Ireland, captured Sligo, defended Limerick, destroyed William's siege train, and was created Earl of Lucan. In 1691 he saved the Irish forces from destruction, and later assented to the Peace of Limerick. He was mortally wounded while fighting with the Irish Brigade at Landen.
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