Niall Mor O'Neill.—Niall Mdr O'Neill succeeded his father, Aodh Reamhar, as " King of Ulster" in 1364. After a short contest with another member of his family he directed his efforts against the English and defeated them at Downpatrick, their leader, Talbot, being slain (1375).   Above: Map of Downpatrick  The never-ending struggle with the rival O'Donnells next occupied him. In 1380 he, with other northern and some midland chiefs, visited Mortimer, the Lord Lieutenant, but soon afterwards he captured and destroyed Carrickfergus, and steadily pressed ... Read More