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
NicknameThe founder of Derry
Born1564
Crookham, Berkshire, England
Died18 April 1631 (aged 66-67)
Dublin, Ireland
Buried
Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin
SpouseAnne Vaughan

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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