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Ireland’s Wars: Essex’s Munster Campaign

Posted on Dec 4, 2012 by NFB

I mentioned last week that the internal court politics of Elizabeth I reign had enough intrigue and conflict related to Ireland to fill up their own entry, but only a brief summation is required to set up what occurred in Ireland throughout … Continue reading →

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Ireland’s Wars: Munster Rises For Hugh O’Neill

Posted on Nov 27, 2012 by NFB

The victory at the Yellow Ford had radically altered the strategic situation in Ireland. In the aftermath, with the northern confederation separating and returning home while the Pale waited with baited breath for a possible attack on its borders, both sides … Continue reading →

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