Francis Burke, or de Burgo, or de Burgh (died August or September 1723) was an Irish Roman Catholic clergyman who served as Archbishop of Tuam (1713–1723).[1][2]
The Most Reverend
Francis de Burgo
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Church | Roman Catholic Church |
Archdiocese | Archbishop of Tuam |
In office | 1713–1723 |
Predecessor | James Lynch |
Successor | Bernard O'Gara |
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Consecration | 4 April 1714 |
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Francis Burke
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Died | August or September 1723 |
Burke was appointed Coadjutor ArchbishopofTuam on 22 August 1713. He had been recommended by John Burke, 9th Earl of Clanricarde, his kinsman. Two months later, he succeeded as Archbishop of Tuam on 31 October 1713, and consecrated on 4 April 1714. He died in office in August or September 1723.[1][2][3]
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Preceded by | Archbishop of Tuam 1713–1723 |
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