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Brian Boru and the Battle of Clontarf
Book • 2014
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Brian Boru's career and the Battle of Clontarf, challenging traditional narratives by examining the political strategies and alliances involved.
It offers a new perspective on how Brian emerged from obscurity to become the high king of Ireland, leveraging the Viking presence to his advantage.
The book concludes that Clontarf was a triumph for Brian, as it prevented a major Viking offensive in Ireland.
It offers a new perspective on how Brian emerged from obscurity to become the high king of Ireland, leveraging the Viking presence to his advantage.
The book concludes that Clontarf was a triumph for Brian, as it prevented a major Viking offensive in Ireland.
