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Sir Colman O Loghlen
Sir Colman O Loghlen, 2nd Baronet (1819 1877), Irish baronet and politician. Caption: An Irish Baronet. Date: 1872
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Sir Colman O'Loghlen, 2nd Baronet (1819-1877): A Prominent Irish Politician of the 19th Century This striking portrait captures Sir Colman O'Loghlen, 2nd Baronet, an influential Irish baronet and politician of the 19th century. Born in County Cavan, Ireland, in 1819, Sir Colman was a prominent figure in Irish politics during a time of significant social and political change. Sir Colman's political career began in earnest in 1852 when he was elected as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Cavan Borough. He was a staunch supporter of the Conservative Party and served in various government positions, including Under-Secretary of State for Ireland and Chief Secretary for Ireland. During his tenure as Chief Secretary for Ireland, Sir Colman worked to address the complex political and social issues facing Ireland at the time. He was known for his efforts to improve the living conditions of the Irish peasantry and to promote economic development in the country. Despite his best intentions, Sir Colman's tenure was marked by controversy and conflict. The Irish Land War, which began in 1879, was a major challenge to the British rule in Ireland, and Sir Colman's policies were criticized by some as being insufficient to address the root causes of the crisis. This photograph, taken in 1872, captures Sir Colman in the prime of his political career. Dressed in the formal attire of a baronet, he exudes a sense of confidence and authority. The portrait serves as a reminder of the complex political landscape of 19th-century Ireland and the role that figures like Sir Colman O'Loghlen played in shaping the country's future.
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