What the records say
- When
- 1257
- Kind
- Battle
- Coordinates
- 54.36° N, 8.62° W
- Description
- 1257 battle in Ireland
Battle of Creadran Cille
13th century battle in Ireland
The Battle of Creadran Cille was fought in 1257 between the Irish of Tír Chonaill, led by Gofraidh Ó Domhnaill, and the Anglo-Irish, led by Maurice FitzGerald. It took place at Ros Ceide in the territory of Cairbre Drom Cliabh, near Sligo town. The forces of Tír Chonaill were victorious and drove the English out of their territory.
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