The Norman Conquest of Connacht

During the high summer of 1235 the west of Ireland witnessed one of the most violent chapters in its history when the Normans launched their conquest of the west. This campaign culminated in the storming of an Island fortress using siege engines on floating platforms and fire-ships. Need I say more? Support the show at Patreon.com/irishpodcast Join me on a tour - Dublinfaminetour.ie For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy