Shackleton, Richard, 1726-1792

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Birth 1726
Death 1792

Biographical notes:

Richard Shackleton, son of Abraham Shackleton (1697-1771), founder of the Quaker school at Ballitore, Co Kildare, Ireland. In 1756, he succeeded his father as master of the school, where he remained until replaced by his son Abraham in 1779. Shackleton's first wife, Elizabeth (Fuller) Schakleton died in 1754; he later married Elizabeth (Carleton) Shackleton, who was active in local charities.

From the description of Correspondence of Richard Shackleton, 1658-1808 (bulk 1750-1795). (Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens). WorldCat record id: 122639254

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Subjects:

  • Quakers
  • Schools

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  • Great Britain (as recorded)
  • Ballitore (Ireland) (as recorded)
  • Ireland (as recorded)
  • United States (as recorded)

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