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303 Shane the Proud

The History of England

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Shane O'Neill's Rule of Ulster Was a Thrilling One

By 1562 Elizabeth lost confidence in Sussex and she contacted Kildare to strike a deal. Under this O'Neill came to London to submit the Queen and discuss terms with Sussex calling over to make his case as well. Shane's arrival at court at Westminster was recorded by William Camden. But it was increasingly clear that Shane's ruling Ulster was incompatible with either peace, good governance or English rule. When Henry Sidney took over in 1566, he made the defeat of O'Neill his priority. As Sidney wrote to Dudley, I believe Lucifer was never puffed up with more pride nor ambition than Shane O'Neill. Yes, he constantly kept 600 armed men about him. He is able

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