Medieval Period
Anglo-Normans Invade The Kingdom of Ulaid
By the 12th century, the Kingdom of Uladh belonged to the Irish dynasty that dominated Ireland’s northern territories but by 1177 they would be overthrown by the invading Anglo-Normans. […]
History
Medieval Period
Henry II King of England Invades Ireland
King Henry II’s invasion of Ireland in 1171 marked a critical point in Irish history, as it led to the establishment of English control over significant portions of the island. […]
Medieval Period
The Anglo-Norman Invasion of Ireland: Conquest and Transformation
The Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland began in 1169, led by mercenaries aiding the Irish king Dermot MacMurrough. […]
Medieval Period
The Battle of Clontarf: Downfall of the Vikings
The Battle of Clontarf, fought on April 23, 1014, was one of the most significant and famous battles in Irish history. […]
Medieval Period
Brian Boru: The High King of Ireland
Brian Boru, High King of Ireland (941–1014), united much of the island, defeated the Vikings at Clontarf, and is remembered as a symbol of Irish unity and strength.
Medieval Period
The Viking Settlement of Dublin
When the Vikings came to Ireland they mostly performed hit & run raids. There were no large towns or cities so their raids focused on settlements around costal areas.
Medieval Period
History Of Vikings Invading Ireland
The Vikings first invaded Ireland in 795 AD. A small group of Norse warriors attacked a monastery on the east coast, plundering it of its valuables such as relics, and laid it to waste.
Medieval Period
Medieval Period in Ireland: Key Events and Figures
The Medieval Period in Ireland is typically defined as spanning from the 5th to the late 16th centuries.
Early Christian Period
Ray Church is Founded
Just outside Falcarragh village in the parish of Raymunterdoney, Donegal, the ruins of Ray church can be found. Located beside the River Ray the ruins contain a large High Cross. It was also the site […]
Early Christian Period
Cooley Monastery & High Cross
Cooley monastery is located in a small field outside of Moville town in County Donegal. Its a site of important historical significance and what looks to be an old graveyard, it’s actually one of the […]
Early Christian Period
Monasteries In Ireland: Pillars of Spirituality and Learning
Irish monasteries were centers of religious, cultural, and intellectual life during the early medieval period. Established from the 5th century onwards by influential figures like Saint Patrick, these monastic communities became havens for spirituality, scholarship, […]
Early Christian Period
Life and legacy of St. Columba in early Christianity
St. Columba (521-597 AD), also known as Colmcille in Gaelic, was an Irish monk, missionary, and one of the most important figures in early Christian history […]