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178 Moments
1567
Desmond Rebellions: conflict between English crown and Irish lords in 16th century Munster.
1535
Tudor Dynasty's historic arrival in Ireland's a significant turning point in the country's history.
The Reformation's impact on Ireland's religious political and social landscape in the 16th century
1509
Coronation of Henry VIII asserts English authority in Ireland through royal ceremony.
1476
Gerald FitzGerald, 8th Earl of Kildare, named Deputy Governor, holds significant power and authority.
1472
Dublin's Irish Parliament convenes for discussions and decision-making in the city.
1460
Execution of James, Earl of Ormond's brother, unfolds a tragic family saga in history.
1424
Establishment of prestigious educational institution focusing on Catholic education.
1419
Parliament's 1420 Dublin assembly's pivotal impact on Ireland's political landscape and governance structures
1416
Thomas Cranley elected as the new Archbishop of Dublin.
1414
1405
Excommunication of Art MacMurrough Kavanagh for defying the Roman Catholic Church.
1393
Richard II's campaign to quell Anglo-Irish rebellion led by lords in Ireland.
1365
Statutes of Kilkenny aimed to prohibit Anglo-Normans from integrating with the Irish population.
1323
Free State troops emerge victorious against anti-treaty forces in Irish Civil War conflict.
1318
Edward Bruce's defeat and death at Battle of Faughart marking the end.
1316
1315
Conflict incited by Edward I's invasion of Ireland by Norman forces commences.
1249
Battle of Athenry's impact on Anglo-Irish and Scottish power struggle in medieval Ireland
1198
King John establishes Lordship in Ireland, shaping its future under English rule and administration.
1176
John Lackland appointed as Lord of Ireland by King Henry II in a political move.
1175
John de Courcy conquers eastern Ulster in his military campaign.
Treaty of Windsor: English-Irish agreement solidifying political power and relations.
1172
Henry II declares Irish Catholic Church independent at Synod of Cashel, separating from Rome.
1171
Dublin conquered by Anglo-Norman army in medieval times.
Dublin: the Norman-controlled capital.
1170
King of Leinster, Dermot MacMurrough's passing marks historical transition in Irish governance.
Richard de Clare {Strongbow} weds Aoife, Dermot MacMurrough's daughter, in a strategic alliance.
Henry II asserts authority over Anglo-Norman lords upon arriving in Ireland.
1168
Norman invasion led by Strongbow alters power dynamics in Ireland.