Ireland History – Northern Irish History Belfast Dublin

The Cause of Strife If there had been no additional disturbing influences after the reign of Henry VIII, it is probable that Ireland would have begun to settle clown, and that there would have been no serious or prolonged resistance. But now two new elements of discord were introduced; for the government entered on the [...]

Above: Gerald Fitzgerald Garrett or Gerald Fitzgerald, who is known as the Great earl of Kildare, became the eighth earl in 1477. His sister, Eleanora, was married to Conn ONeill, chief of Tyrone (father of Conn Bacach). He was at this time in custody in London, but only on mere suspicion (308). The king now [...]