Battle of Dysert O'Dea 1318
Marker: recorded battle location (no official boundary).
Key facts
| Date (year) | 1318 | Wikidata P585 point in time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 14th century | derived |
| Period | Norman & medieval | derived |
| Country | Ireland | derived |
| War / conflict | Bruce campaign in Ireland | Wikidata |
| Participants | Kingdom of England | Wikidata |
About the battle
The Battle of Dysert O'Dea took place on 10 May 1318 at Dysert O'Dea near Corofin, Ireland. It was part of the Bruce campaign in Ireland. The Anglo-Irish Richard de Clare attacked the Gaelic Irish chieftain Conchobhar Ó Deághaidh, chief of the Cineal Fearmaic and ally of Muircheartach Ó Briain, but he was defeated.
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Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 52.9114, -9.0664
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