Governor_of_Duncannon_Fort

Governor of Duncannon Fort

Governor of Duncannon Fort

British military appointment

The Governor of Duncannon Fort was a military officer who commanded the garrison at Duncannon in County Wexford. In later years the post became a sinecure and was abolished on the death of the last holder in 1835.

Modern view of Duncannon Fort

List of governors

See also

References

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    "No. 7428". The London Gazette. 12 August 1735. p. 1.
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    The Gentleman's Magazine, vol. XVIII, November 1748, p. 508.
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    "No. 12289". The London Gazette. 20–23 April 1782. p. 1.
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    "No. 13893". The London Gazette. 14–17 May 1796. p. 474.
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    "No. 15509". The London Gazette. 24–28 August 1802. p. 898.
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