Brian Boru
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Brian Boru was the High King of Ireland from 1002 to 1014. He ended the domination of the High Kingship of Ireland by the Uí Néill, and is likely responsible for ending Viking invasions of Ireland. Br
One of the earliest depictions of Brian on the 1723 publication of Dermot O'Connor's translation of Foras Feasa ar Éirinn.
Banner reputedly used by Brian
Oil painting of Battle of Clontarf by Hugh Frazer 1826
Brian on the Morning of Clontarf
O'Brien dynasty
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The O'Brien dynasty was an Irish Clan and noble house of Munster, founded in the 10th century by Brian Boru of the Dál gCais. After becoming King of Munster, through conquest he established himself as
Brian Boru
…Mathgamain. Brian first made himself king of Munster, then subjugated Leinster, eventually becoming High King of Ireland. He was the founder of the O'Brien dynasty, and is widely regarded as one of the most successful and unifying monarchs in medieval Ireland. With a population of under 500,000 people, Ireland had…
Brian Boru, High King.
Conor O'Brien Tomb Effigy Photo 2
Toirdhealbhach Mor Ua Briain
Murrough O'Brien, King of Thomond, Submits to King Henry VIII