I . Philip Henry Sheridan
(1831–1888)
a US military leader in the Civil War . General Sheridan commanded the Army of the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia and defeated the Confederate army there in 1864. He later forced the army of General Robert E Lee to surrender near Appomattox Court House (1865).
II . Richard Brinsley Sheridan
(1751–1816)
a British writer of plays, born in Ireland. He wrote a series of popular comedies, including The Rivals and School for Scandal , and was well known in London for his quick and intelligent humour. He became a friend of the Prince of Wales and several important politicians. In 1780 he became a Whig (1) MP , and held several important government positions. Although he had successful careers in politics and the theatre, he had many debts, and died in poverty.