SHEARES

Sheares

Sheares is a surname of English origin, with a notable historical significance in British and Irish history. The most prominent bearers of the Sheares surname were John Sheares (1753–1798) and Henry Sheares (1754–1798), Irish lawyers and leaders of the Society of United Irishmen, an organisation seeking parliamentary reform and independence from British rule.

John Sheares was called to the Irish Bar in 1778, while his brother Henry was called in 1780. Both became involved in the United Irishmen movement and were instrumental in planning the Irish Rebellion of 1798 against British rule. However, the rebellion was unsuccessful, and the Sheares brothers were arrested and subsequently executed for their involvement.

The Sheares surname has since been associated with the struggle for Irish independence and has been commemorated in the annals of Irish history. The Sheares Street in Dublin, for example, was named in honour of the Sheares brothers.

The surname Sheares is relatively rare, and its historical significance has ensured its place in the narrative of Irish nationalism and the fight for independence from British control.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

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