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… Read More
October 7, 2024
History
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… Read More
October 2, 2024
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. [...] Read More
October 2, 2024
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… Read More
September 25, 2024
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… Read More
September 25, 2024
The Viking Settlement of Dublin
When the Vikings came to Ireland they mostly performed hit & run raids. There were no large towns or cities… Read More
September 25, 2024
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… Read More
August 20, 2024
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. (more…) Read More
September 24, 2024
Ray Church is Founded
Just outside Falcarragh village in the parish of Raymunterdoney, Donegal, the ruins of Ray church can be found. Located beside… Read More
September 24, 2024
Cooley Monastery & High Cross
Cooley monastery is located in a small field outside of Moville town in County Donegal. Its a site of important… Read More
August 20, 2024
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… Read More
September 24, 2024
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… Read More
January 4, 2025