Ireland: A History

This episode discusses the changes brought to Ireland  through Norman colonisation in the 13th century. It also highlights the rising tensions that will come to a headway in the following century.Support the show

This week we discuss the early years of Norman rule under King John and discuss all the changes that were brought to the island. Our website is now fully online and can be found here https://irelandahistorypodcast.squarespace.com/Support the show

In this weeks episode we dive into the history of the Normans and oversee their invasion of Ireland in the late 1100s.Support the show

This episode dives into the power vacuum that existed after the decline of the Vikings in Ireland. It also witnesses the Norman Conquest of England that foreshadows a rapidly approaching conflict between the two islands.Support the show

This week we will observe as the Vikings transition to a more permanent approach to settling Ireland, ultimately watching their downfall. We will also examine the unique relationship with Scotland and the importance of the Kingdom of YorkSupport the show

This week we explore the First Viking Age in Ireland and examine how the Vikings introduced the first cities to Ireland.Support the show

In this episode we discuss the beginning of Christian Ireland as well as the birth of cities all the way up to the beginning of the Viking Age. We will discuss the transformation of Ireland from a cluster of farms with tribal characteristics into a semi functional kingdom.Support the show

This episode introduces the beginning of settlement in Ireland all the way up into the end of the Roman age and the beginning of the Christian Age.Support the show

In this first episode we will explore the framework this podcast will follow as well as discuss St. Patrick and his legend to celebrate St. Patrick's day.Support the show