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A Violent History of Fun - Having the Craic in Medieval Ireland 50/16

A Violent History of Fun - Having the Craic in Medieval Ireland 50/16

FromIrish History Podcast


A Violent History of Fun - Having the Craic in Medieval Ireland 50/16

FromIrish History Podcast

ratings:
Length:
14 minutes
Released:
May 18, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When you think of the Middle Ages what springs to mind? Medieval battles, warfare and general hardship? Certainly not fun. However while medieval Ireland was a violent place by any standard people were still able to enjoy themselves. In this episode I explore what our medieval ancestors did for fun. From football to archery, poetry to the pub they knew how to have a good time! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory.
Released:
May 18, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

The Irish History Podcast brings you on a journey through Ireland's fascinating past. This podcast is not just dates but an enthralling account of Ireland's history, looking at daily life through the ages. The show is currently focused on the Great Irish Famine of the 1840s (see below), while the archive contains the stories of Ireland's ancient High Kings, Viking raiders and the Norman Invasion of the Middle Ages. The story of the Great Famine has proved the most popular to date, Between 1845 and 1851, during one of the worst Famine's in modern history one million Irish people died. The podcast looks at how this happened and who was responsible. The series also tells the story of the survivors. From rebellion to riots & evictions to emigration when you download the show you embark on a facinating and vivid journey to the world your ancestors lived in. These events not only changed Ireland but also numerous countries across the globe. Irish famine emigrants established communities in the USA, Britain, Canada, Australia and further afield. This series is the story of your ancestors who lived through world changing events.