Arthur Richard Dillon
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Arthur Richard Dillon
ARTHUR RICHARD DILLON Irish soldier in French service; capable administrator in West Indies, successful officer in Revolutionary War, suspected of conspiracy, guillotined. Date: 1750 - 1794
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1750 1794 Administrator Arthur Capable Conspiracy Dillon Guillotined Indies Revolutionary Successful Suspected
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Arthur Richard Dillon: A Complex Figure in Irish and Revolutionary War History This evocative portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Arthur Richard Dillon (1750-1794), an Irishman who rose to prominence in both French and American military circles during the late 18th century. Born in Ireland, Dillon joined the French military in his youth and distinguished himself as a capable administrator in the French colonies of the West Indies. His skills and ambition led him to become a successful officer in the French army, serving in various campaigns against the British. However, Dillon's allegiance to France was not without complications. In the midst of the American Revolution, he was suspected of conspiring with the British against the American rebels. Despite this, he continued to serve the French cause, leading a daring raid on the American forces at Newport, Rhode Island, in 1778. The raid was a turning point in the war, and Dillon's bravery earned him the admiration of his French commanders. Despite his military successes, Dillon's past caught up with him during the French Revolution. Suspected of being an aristocrat and a counter-revolutionary, he was arrested and brought to trial in Paris. In 1794, Dillon was found guilty of treason and sentenced to the guillotine. His tragic end marked the end of a complex and intriguing life, filled with intrigue, adventure, and political maneuvering. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a man who defied easy categorization, straddling the worlds of Irish, French, and American history. Dillon's story serves as a reminder of the complexities of the historical record and the enduring allure of the past.
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