Hugh Hornby Birley | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born | 10 March 1778 Manchester, England |
| Died | 31 July 1845 (aged 67) Manchester, England |
| Occupation | Merchant |
| Known for | Peterloo Massacre |
| Spouse | Cecily Hornby |
| Children | 4 |
| Parent | Richard Birley |
Hugh Hornby Birley (10 March 1778 – 31 July 1845) was a leading Manchester millowner and Tory who is reputed to have led the fatal charge of the Manchester and Salford Yeomanry at the Peterloo Massacre on 16 August 1819.
© MMXXIII Rich X Search. We shall prevail. All rights reserved. Rich X Search