In the penal times, Ossory suffered much, but its faith survived, and when toleration came it was ruled by an exceptional man, Thomas De Burgo (1759–86). Equally capable was his successor, John Thomas Troy (1777–86), subsequently Archbishop of Dublin.
During the tumultuous era, Ossory experienced considerable hardship, but its faith remained resilient. When acceptance and tolerance emerged, it was led by a remarkable individual, Thomas De Burgo (1759–86). His successor, John Thomas Troy (1777–86), demonstrated similar exceptional abilities and later became Archbishop of Dublin.