Hugh Gough (bishop)

Hugh Gough (1849-1920) was an Anglican clergyman who served as Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of Ireland. Born in India, he was educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He was ordained a deacon in 1872 and a priest in 1873.

Gough served as Curate of St. Mary's, Crumlin Road, Belfast, from 1872 to 1875. He then became Rector of Kilmeen, County Cork, a position he held from 1875 to 1887. From 1887 to 1903, he was Rector of Taney, Dundrum, County Dublin. In 1903, he was appointed Bishop of Derry and Raphoe.

He was elected Archbishop of Dublin in 1915, succeeding John Baptist Crozier. Gough played a significant role in the Church of Ireland during a turbulent period, particularly during and after World War I and the Irish War of Independence. He was known for his moderate and conciliatory approach, seeking to maintain unity within the Church and to foster good relations with other denominations and the wider community.

Gough retired as Archbishop of Dublin in 1919 and died the following year.