May 14, 1260

Brian O'Neill, is defeated and killed by the forces of Roger des Auters at the battle of Down

Ireland

Brian O'Neill, is defeated and killed by the forces of Roger des Auters at the battle of Down

Brian O’Neill, is defeated and killed by the forces of Roger des Auters at the battle of Down. This May 14, 1260 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.

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