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(1172-1174) The Norman Invasion X. The Return to War
(1172-1174) The Norman Invasion X. The Return to War
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24 minutes
Released:
Oct 14, 2014
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Podcast episode
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At Easter 1172 Henry II left Ireland, having spent six months on the island. Before departing he conferred the Kingdom of Meath onto the Norman baron Hugh de Lacy. However Meath already a king, in fact it had several. Through most of the 12th century numerous Irish kings had been laying claim to what was one of the oldest territories in Ireland. Naturally when de Lacy tried to claim what Henry II had no right to give him he faced opposition. However nothing is simple and his attempted invasion of Meath took a most unusual direction.This show also sees Henry II return home to face rebellion not only from his sons but also his wife Eleanor of Aquitaine. This revolt has massive consequences for Strongbow, Hugh de Lacy and the Normans in Ireland who are soon embroiled in one of the bitterest family disputes in history.You can contact me at www.twitter.com/irishhistory, www.facebook.com/irishhistorypodcast or email at history@irishhistorypodcast.ie For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Released:
Oct 14, 2014
Format:
Podcast episode
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