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F.B. Hennessy

Photograph of F.B. Hennessy Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
F.B.
Surname
Hennessy
Occupation
Captain

The Name F.B.

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The Hennessy Surname

Origin
Irish, from Gaelic Ó hAonghusa
Meaning
Descendant of Aonghus, a Gaelic personal name meaning 'one choice' or 'unique vigor'.
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