Mar 10, 20090

Eochaidh Uaircheas and Macha Mongruadh

Categories: Ireland

Here ensue sixteen reigns, of average duration and no particular interest, until we reach the martial period of Seadna Ionarraidh, the first king to pay fighting men in Ireland. Four further reigns are recorded before that of Eanna Dearg. It was in his time, at Airgeadros, that money was first coined in Ireland. He died [...]

Here ensue sixteen reigns, of average duration and no particular interest, until we reach the martial period of Seadna Ionarraidh, the first king to pay fighting men in Ireland. Four further reigns are recorded before that of Eanna Dearg. It was in his time, at Airgeadros, that money was first coined in Ireland. He died of the plague at Sliabh Mis. Two more uneventful reigns bring us to Eochaidh Uaircheas who used to have bare canoes for a fleet. He was two ... Read More

Feb 17, 20090

Distinct Part of Eamhain Macha

Categories: Ireland

Eamhain Macha had three dwellings, one for the wounded, one for the arms and valuables including Meisceadhra’s brain, and one the house in which Conchubhar and his warriors were served. In the king’s house was great state and rank and plenty.   Nine compartments were in it from the fire to the wall: thirty feet the [...]

Eamhain Macha had three dwellings, one for the wounded, one for the arms and valuables including Meisceadhra's brain, and one the house in which Conchubhar and his warriors were served. In the king's house was great state and rank and plenty.   Nine compartments were in it from the fire to the wall: thirty feet the height of each bronze partition; carvings of red yew therein; a wooden ceiling beneath, a roofing of tiles above.  Conchubhar's compartment was in the forefront of the ... Read More