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Irish Revolt Expands after Yellow Ford

England · House / House of Tudor. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.

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1598Date range
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1598

Hugh O'Neill Tyrone, 2nd EarlAugust 1598

Ireland · House / House of Tudor

O'Neill's victory encourages wider rebellion across Ireland as crown garrisons and allied lords face renewed pressure in several provinces.

Names involved

Hugh O'Neill Tyrone, 2nd Earl

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