Battle of the Diamond 1795
Marker: recorded battle location (no official boundary).
Key facts
| Date (year) | 1795 | Wikidata P585 point in time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 18th century | derived |
| Period | Jacobite & later | derived |
| Country | Northern Ireland | derived |
| War / conflict | Armagh disturbances | Wikidata |
About the battle
The Battle of the Diamond was a planned confrontation between the Catholic Defenders and the Protestant Peep o' Day Boys that took place on 21 September 1795 near Loughgall, County Armagh, Ireland. The Peep o' Day Boys were the victors, killing some 6 Defenders, with some wounded Peep o' Day boys in return. It led to the foundation of the Orange Order and the onset of "the Armagh outrages".
Visiting the battlefield
Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 54.4110, -6.6000
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