First Desmond Rising Begins
FitzMaurice begins armed resistance in Munster while presenting his cause as a defence of Catholic religion and Geraldine political power.
Role range: 1569-1573
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James FitzMaurice FitzGerald Biography and Timeline
Follow James FitzMaurice FitzGerald through 4 dated historical records for England.
James FitzMaurice FitzGerald, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1569
1573
FitzMaurice Submits at Kilmallock
FitzMaurice formally submits to John Perrot at Kilmallock, ending the first Desmond rebellion after years of guerrilla resistance.
Role range: 1569-1573
1579
Catholic Expedition Lands at Smerwick
FitzMaurice lands with a small foreign-backed expedition at Smerwick and proclaims a renewed Catholic rebellion against Elizabeth's government in Ireland.
Role range: 1579-1583
FitzMaurice Killed in Munster
FitzMaurice is killed during a clash in Munster, leaving other Geraldine leaders to continue the second Desmond rebellion.
Role range: 1579-1583
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