Jul 29, 20080

Disorders in Ireland at the Close of Mary’s Reign

Categories: Ireland

In the midst of all this a Parliament (June 1556) was opened in Dublin, in the name of Mary and of Philip her husband. The ecclesiastical legislation of Henry VIII was reversed, but the grants of the abbey lands were confirmed. Two Acts relate to the Leix and Offaly settlement. The former asserts that ” [...]

In the midst of all this a Parliament (June 1556) was opened in Dublin, in the name of Mary and of Philip her husband. The ecclesiastical legislation of Henry VIII was reversed, but the grants of the abbey lands were confirmed. Two Acts relate to the Leix and Offaly settlement. The former asserts that " the counties of Leix, Slewmarge, Offallie, Errie and Glenmalier belong of right to the King's and Queen's most excellent Majesties." Leave was given to Sussex (Fitzwalter had ... Read More

Jul 3, 20080

Shrinkage Of the Pale

Categories: Ireland

Meanwhile the ” little place,” as the Pale was now called, continued to shrink and decay. The unfortunate inhabitants were oppressed as much by the exactions of the lords as by the raids of the clans. ” Coyne and livery ” was still imposed upon them despite frequent laws against it, and the King’s own [...]

Meanwhile the " little place," as the Pale was now called, continued to shrink and decay. The unfortunate inhabitants were oppressed as much by the exactions of the lords as by the raids of the clans. " Coyne and livery " was still imposed upon them despite frequent laws against it, and the King's own Deputy set the example. In 1416, they petitioned the King to pity his " poor lieges who are environed on all sideswith English rebels and Irish enemies." Four ... Read More