Richard Hennessy
Richard Hennessy | |
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Hennessy in the military uniform of an officer of the Clare's Regiment, Irish Brigade | |
| Born | 1720 Killavullen, County Cork, Ireland |
| Died | 8 October 1800 (aged 79-80 years) Cognac, Charente, France |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Occupation(s) | Officer, businessman |
| Known for | Founder of Hennessy, cognac |
| Spouse | Ellen Barrett |
| Children | 2 |
Richard Hennessy (Irish: Risteárd Ó hAonghusa; 1720 — 8 October 1800) was an Irish military officer and businessman, best known for founding the Hennessy brand of cognac in Charente. He was from County Cork, and became exiled in France due to his Jacobitism.