Siege of Drogheda 1641
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Key facts
| Date (year) | 1641 | Wikidata P580 start time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 17th century | derived |
| Period | Civil Wars | derived |
| Country | Ireland | derived |
| War / conflict | Irish Rebellion of 1641 | Wikidata |
About the battle
The siege of Drogheda took place from 21 November 1641 to February 1642 during the Irish Rebellion of 1641. A Catholic force under Féilim Ó Néill laid siege to the town but failed to wrest the garrison from the Royalists. During the siege, the Irish rebels made three attempts to break into and capture the town. All three attempts failed and the town was ultimately relieved by English forces.
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Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 53.7139, -6.3503
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Further reading
- Siege of Drogheda on Battlefields of the World (the battle in world context, with others of its war worldwide)
- Wikipedia: Siege of Drogheda (1641)
- Wikidata Q3625474