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Viking Invasion of Ireland Documentary

The Viking Invasions of Ireland, 795-1014: The Complete History

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The Viking Invasions of Ireland, 795-1014: The Complete History Over the course of the ninth and tenth centuries, the Viking Age was fully aflame across northwestern Europe. While the Danes assailed England and France, Norse attacks made Ireland an almost perpetual battleground. Vikings seized control of ports such as Dublin, Limerick, and Wexford, where they […]

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Battle of Clontarf, 1014 – End of the Viking Age in Ireland

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Battle of Clontarf, 1014 – End of the Viking Age in Ireland The Battle of Clontarf was a major military encounter that occurred in Ireland in April 1014. The battle is best known for being the culmination of a conflict between the local Irish kingdoms and the Viking forces, which had gained a foothold in

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Which Clans fought at the Battle of Clontarf

Which Clans fought at the Battle of Clontarf?

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Which Clans fought at the Battle of Clontarf? The battle of Clontarf in 1014 has been immortalized as Brian’s victory over the Vikings, although this wasn’t the case the effect of the battle would be felt for centuries, So who fought at the Battle although many surnames didn’t appear till after the battle using the

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The Foreign Origins of Scottish Clans

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The Foreign Origins of Scottish Clans Scottish clans are as synonymous with Scotland as whisky and tartan, yet many Scottish clans have foreign origins. The origins of these clans speaks to the invasions and migrations into Scotland over the centuries. Clan Fraser is a clan that has a few different branches across Scotland. The name

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Robert the Bruce and the Battle of Glen Trool

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Robert the Bruce and the Battle of Glen Trool While Robert and his men were relaxing in Glen Trool, his cousin and enemy, Aymer De Valence discovered his whereabouts. What followed has been called ‘The Battle of Glen Trool’. The Battle of Glen Trool in April 1307 was one of Bruce’s early victories. This battle took place

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The Bruce Tree

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The Bruce Tree The story of Robert the Bruce and the oak tree is tied to the Bruce Tree, an ancient oak that once stood on the grounds of Strathleven House in Dunbartonshire, Scotland. It is reputed to have been planted by Robert the Bruce himself, who was a young nobleman at the time. This oak tree,

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Irish Clan Names and their Associated Territories

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Irish Clan Names and their Associated Territories An introduction to the formation of Irish clan names and their association to specific ancestry and medieval and early modern territorial organization. Favorite

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The True Story of Robert the Bruce

The True Story: Robert the Bruce – Scotland’s Hero

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The True Story: Robert the Bruce – Scotland’s Hero In the struggle for independence over the English, Robert the Bruce was the strategic and passionate patriot King of Scotland that grabbed his axe and fought against the English for the freedom of Scotland. Behind him marched thousands of Scottish patriots. He was the leader Scotland

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Which Clans Fought at Bannockburn

Which Clans Fought at Bannockburn?

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Which Clans Fought at Bannockburn? Most Chisholms sources claim Sir John de Chesholme fought for Robert at the battle with the exception on Scotsclans which states “listing the supporters of England’s Edward I mentions Richard de Cheschelme and John de Cheshome.” as stated the lannercost Chronicle states many families were of split loyalties this may

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Scotland - Geography, Culture and Economy

Scotland – Geography, Culture and Economy

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Scotland – Geography, Culture and Economy A country on the north-western edge of Europe. A mix of islands, highlands and lowlands. A country of romance and unique traditions, very different from their imperial neighbour to the south. A nation of three different languages, its culture has survived and flourished across the millennia, delivering some of

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