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Trinity College.
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William Blacker
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His published work is sometimes attributed under the names Fitz Stewart or Colonel Blacker. Born in Carrickblacker House, in the Oneilland East barony in County Armagh, he entered the University of Dublin in the 1790s. Blacker was a participant at the Battle of the Diamond.
After earning his degree, Blacker obtained a commission in the 60th Regiment of Foot, then serving in the West Indies, but poor health compelled him to return home.
In 1806 he was promoted to its majority, and in 1812 rose to his final rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. He was confirmed Lord Dublin and was the great grandfather of Sir Cecil Blacker Commandant of Horse.
In 1829, he inherited the family estate upon his father"s death. He resigned his military office shortly after and retired to Carrickblacker House.
Blacker was buried in Portadown in the Old Seagoe Cemetery.
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Orange Order]
There, Blacker became one of the original members of the Orange Institution.
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United Kingdom