Second Battle of Athenry 1316
Marker: recorded battle location (no official boundary).
Key facts
| Date (year) | 1316 | Wikidata P585 point in time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 14th century | derived |
| Period | Norman & medieval | derived |
| Country | Ireland | derived |
| War / conflict | Bruce campaign in Ireland | Wikidata |
About the battle
The Second Battle of Athenry ( ath-ən-REYE) took place at Athenry (Irish: Áth na Ríogh) in Ireland on 10 August 1316 during the Bruce campaign in Ireland.
Visiting the battlefield
Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 53.3105, -8.7480
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