As part of our annual 6 month Intensive Programme, I answer questions from students who want to know more about the Irish Goddess Mórrígan, with whom I have had a solid working relationship for about 15 years now… and the last 13…
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Ireland’s pirate queen: Twelve fascinating facts about the legendary Grace O’Malley – Irish Post
Grace O’Malley is celebrated in Ireland as the original ‘Pirate Queen’, but the 16th century figure was also a remarkable leader. Source: Ireland’s pirate queen: Twelve fascinating facts about the legendary Grace O’Malley – Irish Post
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Posted in History, Travel
Posted in History, Travel
10 Insane Rulers You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
There’s a long list of insane people who have held positions of power. It’s kind of in the job description. Here are the most insane rulers of them all. Source: 10 Insane Rulers You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
The Sea Queen of Connacht
Originally posted on Tales of the Wild Atlantic Way:
Portrait of a pirate woman at the beach, by Selenit Tá Gráinne Mhaol ag teacht thar sáile, Óglaigh armtha léi mar gharda. Gráinne Mhaol is coming over the sea, Armed warriors…
The Scots-Irish: Iníon Dubh, Scottish Princess
Source: The Scots-Irish: Iníon Dubh, Scottish Princess
Top Ten Mad Kings and Queens
Who doesn’t love a mad king? Here’s a great list of 10 of them! http://historylists.org/people/top-10-mad-kings-and-queens.html ********* Don’t miss information on Celtic myth and history, as well as practical travel planning tips, and hidden places, in my travel books.…
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