Patrick J. Whelan
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Patrick James Whelan (c. 1840 – 11 February 1869) was an Irish-born tailor and suspected Fenian supporter who was executed after the assassination of Irish journalist and politician Thomas D'Arcy McGee in 1868. He maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings. Questions about his guilt continue to be voiced, as his trial was "marred" by political interference, dubious legal procedures, allegations of bribing witnesses and easily discredited testimony.[2][3]
This article is about the tailor accused of assassination. For the Irish Volunteer, see Patrick Whelan.
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Patrick James Whelan | |
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Born | Patrick James Whelan c. 1840 |
Died | 11 February 1869 (aged 28–29) |
Cause of death | Hanging |
Nationality | Irish |
Other names | Sullivan,[1] Smith (alleged)[1] |
Occupation | Tailor |
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Military Service | |
Allegiance | Canada |
Service/ | Canadian Militia |
Years of service | 1866 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | Quebec Volunteer Cavalry |
Battles/wars | Fenian Raids |
Motive | Fenian sympathy |
Criminal charge | Murder |
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