015 Flight of the Earls, Battle of Kinsale




Irish Hedgerow History Lessons: People, Places, Events, Travel show

Summary: Plantation of Ulster O'Neill, O'Donnell www.Irishroots.com The Irish Roots Cafe This session of Hedge School History gives us the first part of the 17th century, to be followed by two more episodes on the turbulent and violent 1600's in Ireland. Today we look at the Battle of Kinsale which begins the century, along with the Flight of the Earls and the beginnings of the Plantation of Ulster. The departure of O'Neill and O'Donnell marks a low point for the Irish culture. With todays hosts, Michael O'Laughlin and Peter Reilly Adams.