Henry Docwra, 1st Baron Docwra of Culmore

The 1st Baron Docwra of Culmore
Detail of a stained glass window in the Guildhall in Derry, depicting the landing of Sir Henry Docwra at Culmore in April 1600
Born1564
Crookham, Berkshire, England
Died18 April 1631 (aged 66-67)
Dublin, Ireland
Burial place
Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin
SpouseAnne Vaughan
Military career
NicknameThe founder of Derry

Henry Docwra, 1st Baron Docwra of Culmore (1564 – 18 April 1631), was a leading English-born soldier and statesman in early seventeenth-century Ireland. He is often called "the founder of Derry", due to his role in establishing the city.

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