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First Jewish Mayor of Youghal

When
1555
Where
Youghal, County Cork
Episodes
1

In 1555, William Annyas was elected mayor of Youghal, County Cork. This appointment is recorded as the first instance of a Jew holding the mayoral position in Ireland.

Episodes

  1. 1555 · Youghal, County CorkElection of William Annyas

    William Annyas was elected mayor of Youghal in 1555, becoming the first Jewish mayor in Ireland.

Background and detail

Appointment of William Annyas. William Annyas was elected mayor of Youghal in County Cork in 1555. This appointment marked a significant milestone as he became the first Jew to hold the mayoral position in Ireland.

People involved

Sources

  1. History of the Jews in Ireland Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-22

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