Earl of Thomond’s Troop of Horse
| Active | 1642 to |
| Country | Ireland |
| Allegiance | Protestant |
| Conflicts | Irish Confederate War |
| Type | Horse |
| Captain | Earl of Thomond |
| Area Raised | Munster |
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Troop of horse raised in Munster, based in County Clare
Service History
1642
- Serving in Munster
- Summer: Paid by the English Parliament
Notes
Coats, Flags & Equipment
Notable Officers
Earl of Thomond
Barnabas O'Brien, 6th Earl of Thomond attempted to remain neutral, remaining at Bunratty Castle until attacked by the Confederates in 1644. He then accepted a garrison of Inchquin's Parliamentarians and moved to England.
Strength
- 1642: 100 horse1)
See Also
Links
1)
An English Army for Ireland by Ian Ryder. Partizan Press
