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The Norman Invasion of Ireland: Strongbow and the Battle for Dublin
In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive deep into the pivotal Norman invasion of Ireland in 1169–1171. They explore how a deposed Irish king, Diarmait Mac Murchada, sought help from the Norman-English king Henry II, leading to the arrival of Richard de Clare, known as Strongbow. The episode covers the key battles, including the siege of Waterford and the dramatic storming of Dublin, where the Normans faced a vastly larger Irish army but prevailed through superior tactics. Lucas explains the complex web of alliances, betrayals, and the eventual Treaty of Windsor that established Norman control…
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