Celtic history archive
1286
Ireland
Margaret, known as the Maid of Norway, was never officially crowned, but she was recognized as the rightful heir to the Scottish throne. Born in 1283, Margaret was the daughter of …
1289
Ireland
All men loyal to the King—both Irish and English—from Munster and Leinster are summoned to Buttevant, in what is now County Laois (formerly Queen’s County). A ten-day military …
1290
Ireland
Queen Margaret, Maid of Norway (Eiriksdotter) died, en route from Norway to Scotland. This September 26, 1290 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.
1290
Ireland
Sweetheart Abbey, located near Dumfries in Scotland, was founded by Devorguilla of Galloway, who was the mother of John Balliol, a medieval Scottish king. Devorguilla founded the …
1291
Ireland
Claimants to the Scottish throne met King Edward I of England at Norham on Tweed to resolve succession. This May 30, 1291 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with …
1294
Ireland
At the end of the first building phase of Caernarfon Castle, the north wall of the castle had no wall, and was instead defended by the town walls and a wide rock cut ditch. Madog …
1294
Ireland
In 1282 Thomas succeeded to the barony of Desmond, in Munster, southwest Ireland. His succession followed a long minority, as he could not inherit his lands until the age of 21. …
1295
Ireland
In 1295, a treaty is concluded between King John Balliol of Scotland and King Philippe IV of France, establishing a pact of mutual military support against England. This agreement …
1295
Ireland
Richard de Burgh, also known as the Red Earl of Ulster, was a prominent Anglo-Norman nobleman in Ireland during the late 13th and early 14th centuries. His release by the council …
1296
Ireland
Edward I of England held a parliament at Berwick to which he summoned all Scottish landholders to sign the Ragman Roll. This August 28, 1296 entry records a moment in Celtic …
1296
Ireland
In 1296 the Stone was captured by Edward I as spoils of war and taken to Westminster Abbey, where it was placed under the Coronation Chair, known as St. Edwards Chair on which …
1296
Ireland
The Battle of Dunbar was the first of the series of conflicts of the Wars of Scottish Independence. King Edward I had invaded Scotland in 1296 to punish John Balliol for his …