We know nothing certain as to either the place or the year of St. Patrick's birth. It probably took place in the year 387, either at Dumbarton in Britain or Boulogne in Gaul. His parents appear to have been " provincialised " Celts, his father holding a minor official position in the Roman administration or Civil Service. In baptism the future saint received the name of Succat. At the age of sixteen he ... Read More

Above : Colonies Of Roman Empire (Click For Larger Image) During those centuries in which the Gaels of Ireland, undisturbed by any intruder, were developing their political constitution, a great change had taken place in the fortunes of the other Celtic speakers of Europe. Their position was now very different from that which they held in those early days when they occupied Central and Western Europe, and dominated or absorbed large sections of the other Aryan peoples. The loss of their power was ... Read More