William Annyas
William Moses Annyas Eanes was an Irish politician who in 1555 was elected mayor of
Jew to hold such an elected position in Ireland.[1][2][3] His grandfather was a Marrano Jew who had emigrated from Belmonte, Portugal.[1][4]
References
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- ^ "The Virtual Jewish History Tour - Ireland". Retrieved 9 June 2012.
- ^ "Speech by the Taoiseach on visit to the Jewish Museum, Dublin". Department of the Taoiseach. 2006. Retrieved 9 June 2012.
- ^ "Despite dwindling numbers, Ireland's Jewish community celebrates a rich history". Haaretz. World Jewish Congress. 7 March 2016. Retrieved 24 January 2020.