Hugh Ruadh's first care was to strengthen his position at home. He brought his tributary chiefs into due subordination, using fair words to the obedient, and raiding the lands of those who questioned his authority. By the good offices of the Earl of Tyrone he reconciled himself with the Deputy, who " received him very kindly," when he came to Dundalk to meet him. This was a wise move on Hugh's part, for it discouraged his enemies. Since the overthrow of the Desmonds, ... Read More

Shane was now anxious to be gone as speedily as possible, but certain of the English ministers were inclined to detain him. The agreement made, they said, was that he should return home safely, but when was not specified. Without violation of the words of the safe conduct, he might be forced to remain in England for any length of time they chose. It might well have happened that they should have taken advantage of this quibble, and that Shane should have ... Read More