Hugh Bonfoy
Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. Hugh Bonfoy (c. 1720 – 12 March 1762) was a naval officer and colonial governor of Newfoundland.
Bonfoy entered the Royal Navy in 1739, and made governor of Newfoundland in 1753. The common perception on the island was the uncertainty about the loyalty of Irish Roman Catholics in Newfoundland. Bonfoy did not allow Irish Catholics to worship stating that:
"Liberty of Conscience is allowed to all Persons except Papists."
Service history
- 1739 joined the Royal Navy
- 1744 promoted lieutenant
- 1745 promoted captain
- 1753 governor of Newfoundland
See also
External links
- Biography at Government House The Governorship of Newfoundland and Labrador
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| Preceded by | Governor of Newfoundland 1753–1754 |
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