Historical Events tagged with "john fitzthomas"
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Military & Warfare
Second Battle of Athenry During Bruce Campaign
August 10th, 1316 708 years ago
Near Athenry, Robert the Bruce's forces faced an Irish army, led by the Anglo-Norman lord, John FitzThomas. The battle was part of a larger campaign that aimed to establish Bruce's claim to the Irish throne. After intense combat, Bruce's troops secured a decisive victory, furthering his ambitions in Ireland.
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