James Ormond (administrator)

Sir James Ormond alias Butler (died 17 July 1497) was the son of John Butler, 6th Earl of Ormond. He was Lord Treasurer of Ireland from 1492 to 1494, and helped to defend the Lordship of Ireland against the forces of Perkin Warbeck. He was murdered by Sir Piers Butler on 17 July 1497. Piers would later hold the title of Earl of Ormond.

For the other members of the Butler family, see Butler family.

Sir James Ormond
Died17 July 1497
Kilkenny, Ireland
FatherJohn Butler, 6th Earl of Ormond
MotherReynalda O'Brien
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