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High King of Ireland (Irish: Ardrí na hÉireann [ˈaːɾˠd̪ˠˌɾˠiː n̪ˠə ˈheːɾʲən̪ˠ]) was a royal title in Gaelic Ireland held by those who had, or who are

Cennétig; modern Irish: Brian Bóramha; c. 941 – 23 April 1014) was the High King of Ireland from 1002–1014. He ended the domination of the High Kingship

was King of Connacht from 1156 to 1186, and High King of Ireland from 1166 to 1198. He was the last High King of Ireland before the Anglo-Norman invasion

Taran Wanderer (1967), and The High King (1968). The Black Cauldron earned a 1966 Newbery Honor, and The High King won the 1969 Newbery Medal. The five

reign in Narnia was a tetrarchy (Greek: "leadership of four"), and as High King Peter the Magnificent, he had supreme authority over all subsequent Narnian

self-declared High King of Ireland. Muirchertach Ua Briain was a son of Toirdelbach Ua Briain, the previous Dalcassian King of Munster and de facto High King of

members included Cináed mac Írgalaig (High King; died 728), Cináed mac Conaing (died 851) and Congalach Cnogba (High King; died 956). The other main branch

Turlough O'Brien (1009 – 14 July 1086), was King of Munster and effectively High King of Ireland. A grandson of Brian Bóruma, Toirdelbach was the son of Tadc

At the time, Gaelic Ireland was made up of several kingdoms, with a High King claiming lordship over most of the other kings. The Anglo-Norman invasion

legendarium, appearing in The Silmarillion. He was the son of Finwë, High King of the Noldor. He was threatened by his half-brother Fëanor, who held

"The Answerer", or "The Retaliator", was the sword of Nuada, the first high king. The sword was forged by the gods and was meant to be wielded only by

symbolic title of rí Temro (king of Tara), also known as the ard rí (High King of Ireland); The term rí ruírech was replaced at a later date by the term

the year 1166 in Ireland. High King: Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn then Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn, High King of Ireland, arranges a truce

Medieval Irish historical tradition held that Ireland had a High King (Ard Rí) based at Tara since ancient times, and compilations like the 11th-century

Muiredach Tirech son of Fiacha Sraibhtine, was a semi-legendary High King of Ireland of the fourth century. He gained power by exiling the three Collas

or Máel Sechnaill II (949 – 2 September 1022), was a King of Mide and High King of Ireland. His great victory at the Battle of Tara against Olaf Cuaran

Halls of the High King (ISBN 0-88038-881-1) is an adventure module for the fictional Forgotten Realms campaign setting for the second edition of the Advanced

anglicised Turlough Mór O'Conor, was King of Connacht (1106–1156) and High King of Ireland (ca. 1120–1156). Toirdelbhach was born in the year 1088. He

Munster, through conquest he established himself as Ard Rí na hÉireann (High King of Ireland). Brian's descendants thus carried the name Ó Briain, continuing

him from his paternal grandfather Áed Oirdnide, was king of Ailech and High King of Ireland. He was also called Áed Olach ("The anointing one") according

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. Lugaid is said to have fathered him on his own mother, Clothru

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He came to the throne after the death of Eochaid Gonnat. During

sometimes considered to have been High King of Ireland. Brother of high king Áed Allán (died 743), Niall was the son of high king Fergal mac Máele Dúin (died

The High King (1968) is a children's fantasy novel by American author Lloyd Alexander. It concludes the Chronicles of Prydain series and won the Newbery

according to medieval Irish legend, the daughter of Eochu Feidlech, a High King of Ireland, and the sister of queen Medb of Connacht and Ethniu. When

Eóganachta. This influence was greatly extended under Brian who became High King of Ireland, following a series of wars against Hiberno-Norse kingdoms

Events from the year 1116 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair (Modern Irish: Ruaidhrí Ó Conchobhair, or, Ruairí

The title King of the Britons (Welsh: Brenin y Brythoniaid, Latin: Rex Britannorum) was used (often retrospectively) to refer to a ruler, especially one

ˈl̪ˠɔxl̪ˠən̠ʲ]; Old Irish: Muirchertach mac Lochlainn) was king of Tír Eoghain, and High King of Ireland from around 1156 until his death in 1166. He succeeded Toirdhealbhach

"The Royal County", the historic Kingdom of Meath was the seat of the High King of Ireland and, for a time, was also the island's fifth province. Ruled

triplets" or "three fair ones of Emain Macha") were three sons of the High King of Ireland, Eochaid Feidlech. Their names were Bres, Nár and Lothar. They

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He is probably the most famous of the ancient High Kings,

mac Muiredaig High King of Ireland in 487, King of Aileach. Married to Duaibhseach[citation needed] 5 Domnall mac Muirchertaig High King of Ireland in

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He came to power after killing his predecessor, and his father's

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. His mother was Báine, daughter of Scál. He took power after

fictional character in J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium, the last high king of the Noldor, one of the main divisions of Elves. He is mentioned in

having escaped its downfall by sailing to Middle-earth, became the first High King of Arnor and Gondor. In the Last Alliance of Men and Elves, Elendil and

group of medieval Irish dynasties who claimed descent from the legendary High King Conn Cétchathach (Conn of the Hundred Battles). The modern western province

spelling: Ruadhraighe), son of Dela, of the Fir Bolg was the legendary second High King of Ireland, succeeding his brother Sláine. When the Fir Bolg invaded Ireland

descendant of Starn, son of Nemed), of the Fir Bolg was a legendary joint High King of Ireland with his brother Gann, succeeding their brother Rudraige. His

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. There is some disagreement in the sources over his position

Eochu or Eochaid Feidlech ("the enduring"), was a High King of Ireland, according to medieval Irish legends and historical traditions. He is best known

greatly expanded the kingdom's dominance, so much so that both became High King of Ireland. The Kingdom of Connacht collapsed in the 1230s because of

Dublin, on the east coast of Ireland. It pitted an army led by Brian Boru, High King of Ireland, against a Norse-Irish alliance comprising the forces of Sigtrygg

Events from the year 1167 in Ireland. High King: Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair August – Diarmait Mac Murchada, exiled King of Leinster, returns from Wales with

descendant of Starn, son of Nemed), of the Fir Bolg was a legendary joint High King of Ireland with his brother Gann, succeeding their brother Rudraige. His

Callan) to distinguish him from his grandson Niall mac Áeda (died 917), was High King of Ireland. Niall belonged to Cenél nEógain, a northern branch of the

Gann, son of Dela, of the Fir Bolg was a legendary joint High King of Ireland with his brother Genann, succeeding their brother Rudraige. His wife was

Fergal mac Máele Dúin (died 11 December 722) was High King of Ireland. Fergal belonged to the Cenél nEógain sept of the northern Uí Néill. He was the

Events from the year 1157 in Ireland. High King: Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn Completion and consecration of Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian foundation

Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair and his son Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, the last High King of Ireland. The family seat is Clonalis House outside Castlerea in County

also High King of Ireland Eochaid Faebar Glas, his son and High King of Ireland, possibly based in Munster also Eochu Mumu, his grandson and High King of

Domnaill, "Áed son of Domnall") (died 612) was an Irish king who was High King of Ireland. He is sometimes also known as Áed Allán, a name most commonly

High King of Ireland of the 9th century BC Lugaid Lámdearg, legendary High King of Ireland of the 9th century BC Lugaid Laigde, legendary High King of

According to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, Eochaid was a High King of Ireland, best known as the father of Niall of the Nine Hostages and

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. On his father's death, Fothad Cairpthech and Fothad Airgthech

daughter of the high king Cellach mac Máele Coba (died 658) of the Cenél Conaill and their son Fergal mac Máele Dúin (died 722) was high king of Ireland.

797), called Donnchad Midi, was High King of Ireland. His father, Domnall Midi, had been the first Uí Néill High King from the south-central Clann Cholmáin

year 1101 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Muirchertach Ua Briain of the Dál gCais proclaims himself High King of Ireland. At the Synod

soccer player Máel Sechnaill mac Máele Ruanaid - Malachy MacMulrooney- high king of Ireland. Mulroney This page lists people with the surname Mulrooney

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor, Fíatach Finn

(Domnall of the Many Deceits) and Domnall mac Maic Ercae, was said to be a High King of Ireland. Domnall was a son of Muirchertach mac Muiredaig, and belonged

Kingdom, remains under a monarchical system of government. The office of High King of Ireland effectively ended with the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland

of six sons of Fedlimid Rechtmar. His oldest brother was the legendary High King Conn Cétchathach. They are the ancestors of the Déisi Muman and the Déisi

spelling: Foidhbhgen - "the despoiler") son of Sengann of the Fir Bolg became High King of Ireland when he overthrew his cousin Rinnal son of Genann. It is said

[ˈtuːaθal ˈtʲextṽar]; 'the legitimate'), son of Fíachu Finnolach, was a High King of Ireland, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition

Conn of the Hundred Battles, son of Fedlimid Rechtmar, was a legendary High King of Ireland who is claimed to be the ancestor of the Connachta, and through

the 11th century. After internal divisions, Munster was partitioned by High King Toirdelbach Ó Conchobhair with the Treaty of Glanmire in 1118, between

Events from the year 1102 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Arnulf de Montgomery, Lord of Pembroke, being banished from England and

of Prydain, a series of five high fantasy novels whose conclusion, The High King, was awarded the 1969 Newbery Medal for excellence in American children's

King of Connacht, a younger brother of Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, the last High King of Ireland. The current building was constructed in 1878 by Charles Owen

white head"), son of Starn, son of Rudraige, of the Fir Bolg, became High King of Ireland when he overthrew his great-uncle Sengann. He ruled for five

Clothru was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. Lugaid was conceived of incest. The night before the three

Leinster in Ireland from 1127 to 1171. In 1167, he was deposed by the High King of Ireland, Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair. To recover his kingdom, Mac Murchada

Rinnal (Rindal, Rionnal, Rinnan) son of Genann of the Fir Bolg became High King of Ireland when he overthrew Fiacha Cennfinnán. He is said to have been

Flaithbertach mac Loingsig (died 765) was a High King of Ireland. He was a member of the Cenél Conaill, a branch of the northern Uí Néill. He was the

Donnchado) was High-King of Ireland with opposition (rí Érenn co fressabra) between 819 and 833. Conchobar was the son of Donnchad Midi, high-king of Ireland

Cerbaill (died c. 565) was King of Tara or High King of Ireland. According to traditions, he was the last High King to follow the pagan rituals of inauguration

drive the Anglo-Normans out of Ireland, offering to crown his brother High King of Ireland in return. Another reason for the expedition was that supporters

of Óengus Tuirmech Temrach, was, according to medieval Irish legend, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor, and relative's

944) was High King of Ireland and King of Mide. He belonged to Clann Cholmáin, a branch of the southern Uí Néill. Donnchad was the son of High King Flann

A Dictionary of British and Irish History (2020), the "last effective high‐king of the Southern Uí Néill" was Conchobar Ua Máel Sechlainn. A member of

or Fiachna), son of Delbáeth, of the Tuatha Dé Danann, was a legendary High King of Ireland. According to the Lebor Gabála Érenn, he took the throne after

Land, the daughter of Áed Guaire mac Amalgada of Airgíalla. Domnall was High King of Ireland from 628 until his death. He belonged to the Cenél Conaill

History of Middle-earth. The King of Doriath, King of the Sindar Elves, High-king and Lord of Beleriand, he is a major character in the First Age of Middle-earth

sometimes called Fogartach ua Cernaich, was an Irish king who is reckoned a High King of Ireland. He belonged to the Uí Chernaig sept of the Síl nÁedo Sláine

607 Áed Uaridnach or Áed mac Domnail' (died 612), ended his reign as High King of Ireland. He is sometimes also known as Áed Allán, a name usually reserved

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He succeeded to the throne after the death of his brother

Cnoghbha (older spelling: Congalach Cnogba or Congalach mac Máel Mithig) was High King of Ireland, according to the lists in the Annals of the Four Masters,

Eochaid Faebar Glas, legendary High King of Ireland of the 13th or 15th century BC Eochaid Étgudach, legendary High King of Ireland of the 12th or 15th

territories was common. Traditionally, a powerful ruler was acknowledged as High King of Ireland. Society was made up of clans and, like the rest of Europe

(modern spelling: Seangann), son of Dela, of the Fir Bolg, was a legendary High King of Ireland, succeeding his brothers Gann and Genann. His wife was Anust

Ercae, Muirchertach Macc Ercae and Muirchertach mac Ercae, was said to be High King of Ireland in the 6th century. The Irish annals contain little reliable

facto king over the whole of Ireland, however, was Brian Boru, the first high king in this period not belonging to the Uí Néill. Following Brian's death

spelling: Eochaidh), son of Erc, son of Rinnal, of the Fir Bolg became High King of Ireland when he overthrew Fodbgen. He was the first king to establish

Alba. Meanwhile, Gaelic Ireland was made up of several kingdoms, with a High King often claiming lordship over them. In the 12th century, Anglo-Normans

Frossach. Like his father, Áed was reckoned High King of Ireland. He was King of Ailech from 788 onwards and High King of Ireland from 797. The conflict between

heroine of Tochmarc Étaíne Lir - god of the sea Lugh - legendary hero and High King of Ireland, god of leadership, skills, the sun, and alliances, associated

descended from Brian Luighnech Ua Conchobhair (k.1181), a son of Irish High King Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair and were Lords of Sligo into the 17th century

(Sláinge, Slánga), son of Dela, of the Fir Bolg was the legendary first High King of Ireland, who cleared the forest around Brú na Bóinne. He reportedly

Colla da Chrioch, or Fochrich); and Áed Colla Menn. Colla Uais ruled as High King of Ireland for four years. Recent DNA analysis confirms the history of

kingship of Tara is reflected in the legends of High King Conaire Mór, while another legendary High King, Cormac mac Airt, is presented as the ideal king

Cocidius, a similar god worshipped in Britain. The name of the legendary High King of Ireland Nia Segamain, which translates as "sister's son or champion

Ainmuire mac Sétnai (died 569) or Ainmire or Ainmere was a High King of Ireland from the Cenél Conaill branch of the Uí Néill. He was the great-grandson

in county Meath (the ancient capital of Ireland and residence of the High King of Ireland). As such it formed one of the legendary Five Roads of Tara

Olmucaid, legendary High King of Ireland Óengus Ollom, legendary High King of Ireland Óengus Tuirmech Temrach, legendary High King of Ireland Angus, a

710) was High King of Ireland. He belonged to the northern Cenél Conaill branch of the Uí Néill. His father, Fergus Fanát, was not a high king, although

Áed mac Ainmuirech (born c.530 - died 598) was High King of the Northern Uí Néill. He belonged to the Cenél Conaill and was a distant cousin of Columba

legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He came to power when he defeated the previous High King, Dui Dallta Dedad, in the battle of

daughters, Arthur's half-sisters. Her second husband was Uther Pendragon, the High King of Britain and Arthur's father, who marries her after killing him. The

the Annals of Clonmacnoise. The wife of Máel Sechnaill mac Domnaill, High King of Ireland, she was a daughter of Amlaíb Cuarán, King of Dublin until

Loingsech mac Óengusso (died 703) was an Irish king who was High King of Ireland. Loingsech was a member of the northern Cenél Conaill branch of the Uí

Báetán mac Cairill (died 581) was king of the Dál Fiatach, and high-king of Ulaid, from c. 572 until his death. He was the son of Cairell mac Muiredaig

the Scottish crown, then pursued his own claims in Ireland. Proclaimed High King of Ireland in 1315 and crowned in 1316, he was eventually defeated and

Fínsnechta Fledach mac Dúnchada (died 695) was High King of Ireland. Fínsnechta belonged to the southern Síl nÁedo Sláine sept of the Uí Néill and was

(Irish: Clan Muircheartaigh Uí Conchobhair) were descendants of Irish High-King Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair, through his son, Murtogh Moynagh O'Conor (d

Irish mythology. He is known from inscriptions as the eldest son of Lir, High King of the Tuatha de Dannan, and Aoibh, a daughter of Bodb Dearg. Aed is elsewhere

the abbot laid down his life in battle against his nephew, the Scottish High King Macbeth, Abbot Crínán is the ancestor of every subsequent monarch of the

after her. The legendary High King of Ireland Túathal Techtmar is said to have taken power after defeating the previous High King, Elim mac Conrach, in battle

and a High King of Ireland. His mother Land ingen Dúngaile was a sister of Cerball mac Dúnlainge, King of Osraige. Flann was chosen as the High King of Ireland

intermittent warfare between provincial kingdoms over the position of High King. This situation was transformed by intervention in these conflicts by

Chernaig sept of Lagore of the Síl nÁedo Sláine. He was the grandson of the high king Diarmait mac Áedo Sláine (died 665). 702 Death of Írgalach mac Conaing

number of Scottish monarchs styled themselves 'High King of Scotland,' 'High King of Picts,' or 'High King of Alba,' using the following variants of the

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland and one of the founders of the Milesian lineage, to which medieval

Conchobhar/Conchubhar or from the name Conaire, found in Irish legend as the name of the high king Conaire Mór and other heroes. It is popular in the English-speaking world

Sechnaill I, anglicised as Malachy MacMulrooney (died 27 November 862) was High King of Ireland. The Annals of Ulster use the Old Irish title rí hÉrenn uile

included in some lists as a High King of Ireland. He was the son of Muirchertach mac Muiredaig (died 534), also considered a high king. He was a member of the

Dutch during the Indonesian National Revolution. She was the first female high king or Maharani in Indonesia. Depu was born on August 1, 1907, in Tinambung

Middle Ages who were Kings of Ormond. Their founder was the nephew of High King Brian Boru (1002–1014). The name Cinnéide belonged to Brian Boru's father

(died 665) was a son of Áed Sláine. According to the Irish annals, he was High King of Ireland. Diarmait's father Áed Sláine was a son of Diarmait mac Cerbaill

son of Fiachnae"; died AD 628) was an Irish king who is counted as a High King of Ireland. Suibne belonged to the junior branch of the Cenél nEógain

called Fíachnae Lurgan or Fíachnae Find, was king of the Dál nAraidi and High King of the Ulaid in the early 7th century. He was a son of Báetán mac Echdach

man to establish himself as High King of Ireland by force of arms alone in many centuries. Previous men reckoned High King had belonged to the great Uí

two kings of Scotland (Robert the Bruce and David II), and a disputed High King of Ireland, Edward Bruce. The surname Bruce comes from the French de Brus

river Scamander), but the people of Troy nicknamed him Astyanax (i.e. high king, or overlord of the city), because he was the son of the city's great

leadership of the Noldor in Middle-earth to his uncle Fingolfin, who becomes High King of the Noldor. Maedhros's brothers dissent and begin to call themselves

Events from the year 1143 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Dermod Mór na Cill Baghain MacCarthy became King of Desmond Donogh MacCarthy

include: Crimthann mac Fidaig, legendary High King of Ireland of the 4th century AD Crimthann Nia Náir, legendary High King of Ireland of the 1st century AD Crimthann

Edward was then secure enough to proceed to Dundalk, where he was crowned High King on the hill of Maledon on 2 May 1316. By the spring of 1316, it looked

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, joint High King of Ireland with his brother Cermna Finn. The pair came to power after

Events from the year 1168 in Ireland. High King: Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair Domnall Mór Ua Briain becomes King of Thomond following the murder of his brother

Cinnchait, a legendary 1st-century usurper High King of Ireland Cairbre Lifechair, a 3rd-century High King of Ireland Coirpre mac Néill, son of Niall

include: Crimthann mac Fidaig, legendary High King of Ireland of the 4th century AD Crimthann Nia Náir, legendary High King of Ireland of the 1st century AD Crimthann

637. He was king of Ulaid from 627–637 and, according to some sources, High King of Ireland. While Irish history in this period is replete with the names

Blathmac mac Áedo Sláine (d. 665) and his brother Sechnassach (d. 671) as High King of Ireland and king of Brega. He belonged to the Síl nÁedo Sláine kindred

mac Fergaile) (died 743) was an 8th-century Irish king of Ailech and High King of Ireland. Áed Allán was the son of Fergal mac Máele Dúin and a member

Events from the year 1146 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Ragnall mac Torcaill, King of Dublin slain. Cellach Ua Cellaig, King of Brega

historical tradition, a king of Ulster and High King of Ireland. He was the brother of Bresal Bó-Díbad, the former High King, who had been killed by Lugaid Luaigne

forces of the Kingdoms of Munster and Meath, under King Brian Boru and the High King of Ireland, Máel Sechnaill II, inflicted a crushing defeat on the allied

Áedo Sláine (died 665) and uncle Diarmait mac Áedo Sláine (died 665) as High King of Ireland and King of Brega. He belonged to the Síl nÁedo Sláine kindred

and final season of Marvel's Jessica Jones from Netflix. He plays the High King of the Ñoldorin Elves Ereinion Gil-galad in the Amazon Prime Video series

Events from the year 1155 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Pope Adrian IV issues the papal bull Laudabiliter, granting Henry II of England

O'Conor, and is a direct descendant of Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair, the last High King of Ireland with a surviving male-line lineage and was seen by some as

700, died 20 November 763), called Domnall Midi (Donald of Meath), was High King of Ireland. He belonged to the Clann Cholmáin branch of the Uí Néill.

Riata who was mother of his son Muirchertach mac Muiredaig (died 532), High King of Ireland, also known as Muirchertach mac Ercae and founder of the Cenél

"fifth" of the traditional provinces) vying for dominance and the title of High King of Ireland. In the late 8th century to early 11th century AD Viking raids

Lawrence O'Toole to negotiate with the High King at Cnucha. Strongbow's offer to recognise Ua Concubhair as High King was rejected. He was commanded to depart

Events from the year 1161 in Ireland. High King: Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn Archbishop Gregory, Archbishop of Dublin Ragnall Ua Dálaigh, poet. v t e

Events from the year 1139 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Early – Malachy, Bishop of Down, begins his first journey to Rome, via Scotland

Events from the year 1115 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn An assault on Norse-Gaelic Dublin by Diarmait mac Énna meic Murchada

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, joint High King of Ireland with his brother Sobairce. The pair came to power after Cermna

Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after he killed the previous High King, Eochu Apthach, whose disastrous year

Boru, who would continue Cennétig's war-like rise to power, by becoming High King of Ireland in 1002. Cennétig took over after his father Lorcáin mac Lachtna

(died 665) was a son of Áed Sláine. According to the Irish annals, he was High King of Ireland. Blathmac's father Áed Sláine was a son of Diarmait mac Cerbaill

Events from the year 1160 in Ireland. High King: Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn Jerpoint Abbey is founded in County Kilkenny. Earliest recorded reference

battle may have been caused by Conall's claims to succeed Áed Uaridnach as high king who died in 612. He acquired the throne of Uisnech in 618 succeeding Fergus

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. The Lebor Gabála Érenn says that, during the reign of Ailill

Events from the year 1124 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Dún Bhun na Gaillimhe ('Fort at the Mouth of the Gaillimh') was constructed

Events from the year 1159 in Ireland. High King: Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn Aed mac Donnchada (Gilla na Findmona), King of Uí Failghe The New History

Events from the year 1137 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Church in Boyounagh burned Gilla Meic Liac mac Diarmata becomes Archbishop

as "Great Speaker" or the equivalent to the European "great king" or "high king", though more usually as "emperor". Sapa Inca, The Sapa Inca (Hispanicized

Events from the year 1153 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Devorgilla (married to Tiernan O'Rourke) eloped with Dermot McMurrough (the

Events from the year 1164 in Ireland. High King: Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn The abbey in Terryglass was burned down Mael Sechlainn mac Congalaig, King

married Muireann, the great-great-great-granddaughter of Túathal Máelgarb, High King of Ireland (died 544). He acquired the throne of Connacht after defeating

728) or Cináed Cáech, "the one-eyed", was an Irish King of Brega who was High King of Ireland. Cináed was the son of Írgalach mac Conaing (died 702), a previous

Cenél nEógain branch of the northern Uí Néill. He was the son of the high king of Ireland Áed Uaridnach (died 612). He ruled in Ailech from 628 to 630

Windsor is made between Henry II of England and Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, High King of Ireland, who agrees to rule unoccupied territory as a vassal. Foster

powerbase and brought him to the High Kingship. Cathair Mór, who was also a High King of Ireland, is perhaps the most important figure genealogically in Leinster

Hostages and High King of Ireland Muirchertach mac Néill, 10th-century king of Cenél nEógain Muircheartach Ua Briain, 12th-century High King of Ireland

Murrough O'Brien, Prince of Thomond, who claimed descent from Brian Boru, a High King of Ireland. The English titles were granted under the policy of surrender

Events from the year 1163 in Ireland. High King: Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin was converted to a priory of the Regular Order

also written Crimthand Mór, was a semi-mythological king of Munster and High King of Ireland of the 4th century. He gained territory in Britain and Gaul

Events from the year 1127 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Building starts on Cormac's Chapel, on the Rock of Cashel, Cashel

November 950) was king of the Cenél Conaill, and according to some sources, High King of Ireland. The Cenél Conaill, a branch of the northern Uí Néill, had

mac Máel na mBó (died 7 February 1072) was King of Leinster, as well as High King of Ireland (with opposition). He was one of the most important and significant

Events from the year 1103 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Magnus Olafsson (Old Norse: Magnús Óláfsson, Norwegian: Magnus Olavsson;

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. His given name was Eochaid. He took power after killing his

was the youngest son of the High King of Ireland Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair and brother to the last fully recognized High King Ruadri Ua Conchobair. His

historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He helped Fíachu Fínscothach to murder his father, Sétna Airt, and become High King, and then, twenty years

mac Máele Coba (died 658) was an Irish king and is said to have been High King of Ireland. Cellach was the son of Máel Coba mac Áedo (died 615) and belonged

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. His given name was Eochaid. He took power after killing his

mac Máele Coba (died 658) was an Irish king and is said to have been High King of Ireland. Cellach was the son of Máel Coba mac Áedo (died 615) and belonged

Find ("the fair"), was an Irish king who is included in some lists as a High King of Ireland. He was the son of Domnall Ilchelgach (died 566) and grandson

Events from the year 1118 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Synod of Ráth Breasail Enna mac Donnchada mac Murchada becomes King of

Events from the year 1145 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Ruaidhri Ua Flaithbheartaigh, King of Iar Connacht v t e

Events from the year 1128 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair St. Laurence O'Toole, (died 1180) or Lorcán Ua Tuathail, was born

Events from the year 1106 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Turlough O’Connor becomes King of Connacht and claimant to the High Kingship

married the daughter of Ruadri O Conchobair, King of Connaught and deposed High King of Ireland, without leave of Henry II of England. Tadhg Ua Dálaigh, poet

historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He helped Fíachu Fínscothach to murder his father, Sétna Airt, and become High King, and then, twenty years

Events from the year 1148 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Baltinglass Abbey founded by the Cistercians in Baltinglass Death of Saint

Events from the year 1126 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Diarmaid mac Murchadha becomes King of Munster Mael Ísa Ua Coinne

Events from the year 1119 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Máel Máedóc Ua Morgair (Saint Malachy) was made a priest, as vicar to

Events from the year 1123 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Maollosa O'Conchubhair receives the Cross of Cong Illustrated Dictionary

variation on the Indian royal title Rana. Maharana denotes 'great king' or 'high king', similar to the word "Maharaja". The gun salutes enjoyed by the states

Events from the year 1114 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn First entry from Mac Carthaigh's Book Diarmait Ua Briain becomes King

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He belonged to the Corcu Loígde, and thus to the Dáirine.

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. The son of Sitric, he took power after killing his predecessor

by the descendants of Máel Sechnaill II, King of Meath, 976–1022, and High King of Ireland, 979–1002 & 1014–1022. M(a)cLaughlin and M(a)cLoughlin are

Spithridátēs; fl. 365–334 BC) was a Persian satrap of Lydia and Ionia under the high king Darius III Codomannus. He was one of the Persian commanders at the Battle

Eóganachta. Sadb's son Lugaid Mac Con, who was Ailill's foster-son, became High King of Ireland. The Book of Leinster contains poems ascribed to him. Several

Events from the year 1129 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Saint Ceallach (Celsus), (b 1080), abbot of Armagh. He presided at the synod

series including Bob's Burgers, Buzz Lightyear of Star Command, Clone High, King of the Hill, and the Ratchet & Clank video games. In 2015, he starred

king, Cathal was faced with a demand from Flann Sinna (died 916), the High King of Ireland, for acknowledgement of his authority. This was agreed in a

Munster was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He succeeded Eochu Airem. He features in the Middle Irish

Just, King of Narnia, and with sisters Susan and Lucy, co-ruler under High King Peter. Edmund is a spiteful and mean-spirited boy at the beginning of

Irish legend and historical tradition, a king of the Ulaid and later a High King of Ireland. He took the High Kingship after he killed Tuathal Techtmar

in some lists as a High King of Ireland. Colmán was the son of Báetán mac Muirchertaig (died 572), also considered to be a high king, and belonged to the

to become independent of the High King of Ireland; that the Irish part of Dál Riata would pay tribute to the High King and support him with land forces

and then takes advantage of the resulting civil war to make himself the high king of Britain, ultimately leading to both his own and Arthur's deaths in

which served as the coronation stone for the King of Tara and hence High King of Ireland. It is also known as the Stone of Destiny or Speaking Stone

legendary High King of Ireland of the 12th century BC Ailill Finn, legendary High King of the 8th century BC Ailill Caisfhiaclach, legendary High King of the

ruled by the descendants of Cunedda, perhaps in the sense of a regional high king. There is nothing to suggest that Maelgwn held sway over any larger area

Events from the year 1121 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Muireadhach Ua Flaithbheartaigh, King of Iar Connacht. "The Annals of

Events from the year 1111 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Synod of Rathbreasail, presided over by Cellach Ua Sinaig, Abbot of Armagh

in Ireland. Lord: John Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair (Rory O'Connor), the last High King of Ireland, as a pilgrim in Cong (according to the Book of Leinster).

Events from the year 1131 in Ireland. High King: Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair The Book of Glendalough was written in Glendalough. Coyle, Cathal (September

Events from the year 1154 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Abbeydorney Abbey, established by the Cistercian Order north of the modern

Events from the year 1142 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Foundation of the first Cistercian house in Ireland at Mellifont, on land given

Events from the year 1151 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair The Battle of Móin Mhór was fought in 1151 between the kingdoms of Leinster

Gabhra), which pits the increasingly corrupt Fianna against the Army of the High King of Ireland, Cairbre Lifechair. Cairbre, aided by defected Fianna warriors

Events from the year 1138 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Cormac Mac Carthaig, King of Munster. Ryan, John (1941). "The Historical Content

the almost entirely fictional Labraid Loingsech, who allegedly became High King in the 4th century BC, to the entirely historical Brian Boru. Other kings

Events from the year 1162 in Ireland. High King: Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn Lorcán Ua Tuathail (St Laurence O'Toole) elected as Archbishop of Dublin.

Chnucha) and granddaughter of Nuadat the druid serving Cathair Mór who was high-king at the time, though she is described as granddaughter of Núadu of the

Events from the year 1156 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair (died) then Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair becomes King of

Tairrdelbach's sons, Ruadhrí, would later go on to be High King himself. He was arguably the first High King without opposition, however, he would later abdicate

and King of Dublin. He was one of two sons of Muirchertach Ua Briain, High King of Ireland. Domnall's father appears to have installed him as King of

according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, the 111th High King of Ireland. He came to power on the death of his father-in-law Conn Cétchathach

the Middle Ages. The Scottish monarch was seen as being similar to a high king (Ard-Righ in Gaelic). The lords of Galloway would have either paid tribute

concerns the children of Llŷr; Bendigeidfran (literally "Brân the Blessed"), high king of Britain, and his siblings Manawydan and Branwen, and deals with the

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. In the Lebor Gabála Érenn, he succeeded to the throne when

according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, the 111th High King of Ireland. He came to power on the death of his father-in-law Conn Cétchathach

Máel Coba (died 615) was a High King of Ireland. Máel Coba was the son of Áed mac Ainmuirech (died 598) and brother of Domnall mac Áedo (died 642), both

Events from the year 1152 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Synod of Kells-Mellifont results in a national church organisation with four

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland in succession to his father. His given name was Elim. There

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor and cousin and

Events from the year 1110 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn In the time leading up to the Norman invasion of Ireland, the Normans

Events from the year 1136 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Mac Domhnaill Fhinn Ua Dubhda, King of Ui Fiachrach Muaidhe v t e "Annals of

Cennétig mac Lorcáin of Thomond to produce a son who would become the High King of Ireland (Irish: Ard-Rí na hÉireann): Brian Bóruma mac Cennétig, known

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor, Lugaid Íardonn

Events from the year 1150 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair John de Courcy (also John de Courci) (d. 1219), an Anglo-Norman knight who

called Conall Cóel, (died 654) was an Irish king and is said to have been High King of Ireland. Conall was the son of Máel Coba mac Áedo and belonged to the

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. His mother was Mess Búachalla, who was either the daughter

illegitimacy to the throne. After being banished to Armorica by his father, the High King Uther Pendragon, Arthur returns to protect the new king, his infant half-brother

Penda is said to have laid siege to the town until the exiled British High King Cadwallon of Gwynedd, arrived to confront him. An alliance between British

Óengusso, High King (694–701) Congal Cennmagair, High King (702–708) Fergal mac Máele Dúin, High King (709–718) Fogartach mac Néill, High King (719) Cináed

in a dream on the night before the Battle of Clontarf to Brian Boru, High King of Ireland, and prophesied his imminent death and that whichever of his

Blácaire mac Gofrith in a battle against Congalach mac Máel Mithig, the High King of Ireland, in 948. The men of Dublin suffered heavy losses in this battle

its name from the Battle of Clontarf in 1014 in which Brian Boru, the High King of Ireland, defeated an army of Vikings. The brand has launched several

of the story the Land of the Young is no more, and Sláine is the first High King of Ireland. In subsequent stories, Sláine is sent through time by Danu

the south of Connaught. Muirgius was hostile to the ambitions of the high-king Áed Oirdnide mac Néill (d. 817) of the Cenél nEógain and in 805 Muirgius

was a core site of the Battle of Clontarf in 1014, in which Brian Boru, High King of Ireland, defeated the Vikings of Dublin and their allies, the Irish

of the former kingdoms would later become earldoms under the Norwegian high king and some would try to break free again. Below follows an incomplete list

(described as king of the cavalcade of the elfmounds), and marries the High King Eochaid Feidlech. They have a daughter, called Étaín Óg (Étaín the Younger)

Coronation Designation Divine right of kings Germanic kingship Great King High King King consort King of Kings Petty king Queen Realm Royal and noble ranks

success of his grandson, Domnall Ua Lochlainn (died 1121). Domnall ruled as High King of Ireland for twenty years. He was succeeded in the kingship of Tír nEógain

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland; scholars now believe these kings to be a pseudohistorical

descendant of Mal mac Rochride, was, according to Lebor Gabála Érenn, a High King of Ireland for a period of one year. Inneacht daughter of Lughaidh was

signed in Windsor, Berkshire by King Henry II of England and the Ard Rí or High King of Ireland, Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair (Rory O'Connor). Overall, the agreement

Eóganachta. The person most famously associated with this is Brian Boru, High King of Ireland, best known for his feats at the Battle of Clontarf. Four generations

became High King of Ireland. Toirdhealbhach’s son Ruaidri mac Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair, would succeed him to become last the Gaelic High King of Ireland

only a short time. According to some later king lists, Áed was jointly High King of Ireland with Colmán Rímid of the Cenél nEógain after the death of Áed

Events from the year 1130 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Richard de Clare, 2nd Earl of Pembroke (a.k.a. Strongbow), who led the Norman

since he was an infant (or "an adult")—a thing which is a custom for a High King—slew kings (with) a splendid shot, Labraid grandson of Lorc. The warriors

throne, after being overthrown by a confederation led by the new Irish High King (the previous incumbent had protected MacMurrough). Henry II of England

Events from the year 1144 in Ireland. High King: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Conchobar Ua Conchobair v t e

himself, though King of Munster, is not widely regarded as having been High King of Ireland and so the extent of Cacht's influence is uncertain. That her

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He succeeded to throne on the death of his brother Fínnachta

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He was an ancestor of the Laigin, who gave their name to the

name from Lugaid Loígde "Lugaid of the Calf Goddess", a King of Tara and High King of Ireland, son of the great Dáire Doimthech (a quo Dáirine). A descendant

Fomorians. He succeeded his grandfather Eochaid Ollathair ("the Dagda") as High King of Ireland. Delbáeth ruled the united Tuatha Dé Danann and Fomorians for

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor, Énna Aignech

Events from the year 1132 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair Summer – Conchobhair O Brian of Thomond makes a marauding raid on

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He succeeded to the throne on the death of his uncle Géde

Irish genealogists traced the descent of the Ulaid from the legendary High King of Ireland, Rudraige mac Sithrigi. The Cruthin on the other hand is the

the clan claims a further descent from the legendary Niall Noigíallach, High King of Ireland, who lived from the mid 4th century to the early 5th century

relations with the Byzantine Empire and papacy, refuses to assist him. High King Loingsech mac Óengusso and his forces are routed during an invasion of

the clan claims a further descent from the legendary Niall Noigíallach, High King of Ireland, who lived from the mid 4th century to the early 5th century

Conchobar Maenmaige Ua Conchobair, son of High King of Ireland Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, was King of Connacht from 1183 to 1189. He was a military commander

was subject to the High King of Ireland during this period. In 860 the men of Connacht participated in the expedition of the high king Máel Sechnaill mac

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He came to power after killing his predecessor, Eterscél,

of Ímar, and the Irish of the Northern Uí Néill, led by Niall Glúndub, High King of Ireland. It was one of two battles involving the Uí Ímair that year

independent ecclesiastical policy from that of Donnchad Midi mac Domnaill, the high king. In 784 Tipraite defeated the Ui Fiachrach Aidhne at the Battle of Carn

native Irish, led by Niall Glúndub, overking of the Northern Uí Néill and High King of Ireland, and the Dublin-based Vikings of the Uí Ímair, led by Sitric

Ireland: One descends from Maghnus (died 1181), son of Turlough Mór O'Conor, High King of Ireland (1119–1156); this branch belonged to Kilronan in the county

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He succeeded to the throne on the death of his brother Slánoll

people of Munster, descending from Cairpre Músc, son of Conaire Cóem, a High King of Ireland. Closely related were the Corcu Duibne, Corcu Baiscind, both

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing the previous incumbent, Eochaid

transitive verbal meaning of augere "to augment, increase". The Irish High King Brian Boru (c. 941 – 1014) was described in the Annals of Ulster as ardrí

stable to meet Tash. There he finds himself in Aslan's Country, meets High King Peter, King Edmund, Lord Digory, Lady Polly and Queen Lucy, and bears

mythology—Gráinne, who was the daughter of Cormac mac Airt, a legendary High King of Ireland. The name can be Latinised as Grania; and can be Anglicised

Events from the year 1117 in Ireland. High King of Ireland: Domnall Ua Lochlainn Diarmait mac Énna meic Murchada ruler of the kingdoms of Leinster and

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He succeeded to the throne after the death of Lugaid Riab

the High King of Ireland, married her to Conchobar mac Nessa, king of Ulster, because he had killed Conchobar's purported father, the former High King Fachtna

descendant of Conchobar Abradruad, was, according to Lebor Gabála Érenn, a High King of Ireland. He took power after the death of Fedlimid Rechtmar. Cathair

Munster. They descended from Cairpre Baschaín, son of Conaire Cóem, a High King of Ireland. Closely related were the Múscraige and Corcu Duibne, both

Mulrooney (later known as Clan MacDermot), cousins to O'Connor, who was then High King of Ireland. This royal connection was exploited to oust the existing chieftains

an event known as the Flight of the Earls. Bold indicates a supposed High King of Ireland. Gaelic nobility of Ireland Irish royal families Downham, 2018

location where Áed Dub mac Suibni, king of Dál nAraidi and Ulaid, killed High King Diarmait mac Cerbaill in 565. By the 16th century Ráith Mór became known

Leinster but is not mentioned in the annals. Keating records wars of the High King Eochaid Mugmedón with Énnae Cennselach. Eochaid was defeated at the Battle

Fiachrach was descended from Fiachnae, a brother of Ailill Molt (died 484), high king of Ireland. Later their chief sept was the Ó Dubhda (O'Dowd), princes

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. The Lebor Gabála Érenn says he succeeded directly after his

from 877 onwards, following Donnchad mac Eochocain, and is counted as a High King of Ireland Death of Mór ingen Cearbhaill, Queen of Laigin. 917 The Annals

Seven Heavens" and the "High King of Heaven". This depiction of the Lord God of heaven and earth as a chieftain or High King (Irish: Ard Rí) is a traditional

Leinster. They were descended from Maine Mál, the brother of the legendary high king Cathair Mór. The Uí Máil were a dominant dynasty in Leinster competing

William Moseley as Peter Pevensie, title: High King Peter the Magnificent, the eldest Pevensie child and the High King of Narnia during the Golden Age. Anna

"land of winter", although the word for winter began with a long 'i'. The High King Brian Boru (c. 941–1014) based his title on being emperor of the Scoti

south of Navan. Kiltale is just over 7 km from the historical seat of the High King of Ireland at the Hill of Tara. The community is in a townland and civil

scholar), according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, was a High King of Ireland who was the son of Ailill, the son of Labraid Loingsech. He

known as the Battle of Magh Rath, was fought in the summer of 637 by the High King of Ireland, Domnall II, against his foster son Congal Cáech, King of Ulaid

capture of Dublin by Máel Sechnaill mac Domnaill of Clann Cholmáin, the High King of Ireland. Olaf retired to Iona where he probably became a monk and later

July each year. A joint celebration between the two towns of the ancient High King of Ireland, Brian Boru, it involves many community-based activities including

derived from the pet form m'Aodhóg "my little Aodh". Áed Rúad, legendary High king of Ireland Áed mac Echach (died 575), king of Connacht Áed mac Bricc (died

Ulster Conchobar Abradruad, legendary High King of Ireland of the 1st century BC Conchobar mac Donnchada, High King of Ireland 819–833 Conchobar Maenmaige

Irish prince of the O'Neill dynasty, and through him Niall Noigíallach, High King of Ireland. Clan Ewen of Otter, Clan MacNeil of Barra, Clan Lachlan, and

Irish poet Flann Sinna (died 916), also called Flann mac Maíl Sechnaill, High King of Ireland Flann Mainistrech (died 1056), Irish scholar Flann O'Brien

times Niall of the Nine Hostages, High King of Ireland who lived in the early-to-mid 5th century AD Niall Caille, High King of Ireland in the 9th century

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor, Finnat Már, and

Charainn was married to the high-king Diarmait mac Cerbaill (died 563) of the southern Ui Neill and mother of the high-king Áed Sláine (died 602). In 500

in the Battle of Five Armies. Fingolfin: Son of Finwë and Indis. First High King of the Noldor who left Valinor for Middle-earth. Slain by Morgoth. Fingon:

the Irish annals, which recorded his death, Malcolm was ard rí Alban, High King of Scotland, but his fellow kings of the geographical area of modern Scotland

Sechlainn mac Muirchertaig Mac Lochlainn. The sons of Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, High King of Connacht, rebel against him. Tyrell, Baron of Castleknock, granted

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor, Conall Collamrach

Muiredach Bolgrach, mythological Irish king Muiredach Tirech, legendary high-king of Ireland Muiredach mac Eógain (died 489), legendary early king of Ailech

is quite popular in Ireland, on account of Brian Boru, a 10th-century High King of Ireland. The name was also quite popular in East Anglia during the

son of Nath also known as Dathi I High King of Ireland son of Fiachra King of Connacht son of Eochaid Mugmedon High King of Ireland but in others he is the

Duffy, Seán (22 September 2015). "Crowning of Ireland's Last, Scottish High King". Trinity College Dublin. Retrieved 4 November 2021. "The Story of the

or Ulf Hreda, is described in Njals Saga as a brother to Brian Boru, High King of Ireland from 1002 to 1014. He is primarily mentioned in the saga's

is quite popular in Ireland, on account of Brian Boru, a 10th-century High King of Ireland. The name was also quite popular in East Anglia during the

to have been the wife, of apparent Munster origins, of the legendary High King Eochaid Mugmedón and mother of his eldest three sons, Brión, Ailill and

time from the age of the Túatha Dé Danann to the time of Eochaid Airem, High King of Ireland. Midir is the husband of Fúamnach but falls in love with Étaín

the flood, becomes a man again, and recounts Ireland's history to the High King Diarmait mac Cerbaill. Fintán is thus similar to the character Tuan mac

The population (as of May 2001) is 800. Dienten is also part of the High King Mountain Ski Area. The municipality is located in the Pinzgau in the Salzburgerland

from 1228 to 1233. He was one of the sons of the last fully recognized High King of Ireland Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, and claimed the kingship of Connacht

battle, including Niall Glúndub, overking of the Northern Uí Néill and High King of Ireland. In 920 Sitric left Dublin for Northumbria, with his kinsman

her. However, in this version, Ness's child is the son of her lover, High King Fachtna Fáthach, not Cathbad's. Ness goes into labour, and Cathbad tells

The 11th century Lebor Gabála Érenn places him during the reign of the High King Eterscél, which it synchronises his reign with that of the Roman emperor

Ireland had also suffered in 944 as Dublin was sacked that year by the High King of Ireland Congalach Cnogba, whose power base lay in Brega, north of Dublin

blinded in 1169. The same year, Domnall entered into conflict with the High King of Ireland, Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair and was forced to pay him a tribute

birth, life, and death of Conaire Mór son of Eterscél Mór, a legendary High King of Ireland, who is killed at Da Derga's hostel by his enemies when he

Vajra Sutra given by Grandmaster Sheng-Yen Lu High King Avalokitesvara Sutra Teachings on the High King Avalokitesvara Sutra given by Grandmaster Sheng-Yen

Thomond) and brother of Mathgamain (King of Munster) and Brian Boru (High King of Ireland) of the Dál gCais dynasty, in early medieval Ireland. The historian

and Díthorba are missing in the Lebor Gabála Érenn – after the previous High King, Lugaid Laigdech, is killed by Áed, a dinsenchas story about the founding

Irish mythology. It is unclear whether his father was the short-lived High King Nuada Necht, the god Nuada Airgetlam of the Tuatha Dé Danann, or another

sleep nearly one hundred mountaineers. The massif is also home to the High King Mountain Ski Area. Hochkönig seen from the approach to Dientner Sattel

and claimed descent from Mahon O'Brien, son of Muirchertach Ua Briain, High King of Ireland. Corcu Baiscin was held by the descendants of Carbry Bascain

healing power of the Buddha. Medicine King Bodhisattva is also found in The High King Avalokitesvara Sutra. Together with Supreme Medicine Bodhisattva, Sunlight

was never seen again. One of the most famous stories of the cycle. The High King Cormac mac Airt promises the now aging Fionn his daughter Gráinne as his

of his via the Uí Briúin Ai was Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair, who became High King of Ireland in 1166. "The Violent Death of Crimthann mac Fidaig and of

medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a king of the Ulaid, later a High King of Ireland, and the eponymous ancestor of the early Medieval Ulster dynasty

formidable son Flann Sinna who was also High King from 879 to 916. (She is thus also the grandmother of High King Donnchadh Donn mac Flainn.) Gilla Pátraic

Mother Gundring and Odem had conspired with the High King and his minister Grandmother Wexen. The High King was afraid that Leithlin’s economic policies

Scotus Eriugena. 819 Conchobar mac Donnchada or Conchobar mac Donnchado is High King of Ireland with opposition (rí Érenn co fressabra). 820 Feidlimid mac

("the ever-wounded"), son of Sithbolg, was a legendary King of Tara and High King of Ireland, and one of the eponymous ancestors of the proto-historical

Muirchertach; fl. 1102/1103) was a daughter of a Muirchertach Ua Briain, High King of Ireland. In 1102, whilst still a child, she was married to Sigurðr

civil war.: 405  Such was the case among the descendants of King and High King Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair (1088–1156). His dynasty, the Uí Briúin, had

from the same root. Among his historical descendants, through the later High King Conaire Cóem, are the Dál Riata of Ulster and Scotland, and the Corcu

Hostages. The Irish annals and king lists include him as a King of Tara or High King of Ireland. He appears as an adversary of Saint Patrick in several hagiographies

younger brother of Mathgamain mac Cennétig and in line to be the next High King of Ireland. AI978.2: The battle of Belach Lechta, in which Mael Muad son

of King Arthur. (Historically, Cormac Mac Art is the name of a famous High King of Ireland, but among the many legends told of him there is no reference

Emperor, Empress dowager Tsar, Tsarina Kaiser Great king, Great queen High king, High queen King consort dowager Queen regnant consort dowager mother

to have been convoked by Adomnán, Abbot of Iona, and his kinsman, the High King of Ireland, Loingsech mac Óengusso. As well as being the site of a significant

novel by Lloyd Alexander. It follows The Castle of Llyr and precedes The High King in the series The Chronicles of Prydain, which takes place in a setting

made for Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair (d. 1156), King of Connacht and High King of Ireland to donate to the Cathedral church of the period that was located

[citation needed] The most notable fair, that held under the auspices of the High King of Ireland and the Uí Néill, was the Óenach Tailten or "Tailteann Games"

Annals of Ireland claim that Cerball, brother-in-law of the high king, was sent by the high king into Munster as well to claim the hostages. According to

Leinster and Meath, and raided other parts of Ireland. He was killed by the High King, Máel Sechnaill mac Máele Ruanaid, which was followed by several Irish

the post had a standing equal to the High King of Ireland. Ollamh Fodhla was the title of the mythical 18th High King of Ireland who is said to have first

medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He helped his father kill the High King Art mac Lugdach, then helped Airgetmar take

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Lesser Helium, and the granddaughter of Tardos Mors, Jeddak (overlord or high king) of Helium. She is the love interest and later the wife of John Carter

Dál nAraidi were defeated by Domnall mac Áedo of the Cenél Conaill, the High King of Ireland, at the Battle of Mag Rath (Moira, County Down) in 637. He

commissioned by Cormac Mac Carthaigh, king of Munster and claimant to the title High King of Ireland. The tale is ostensibly a biography of Cormac's 10th century

for the High King they were loyal to: Bayinnaung. The downside was that the able rulers were also the most likely to revolt when the High King was not

Annals of Ireland claim that Cerball, brother-in-law of the high king, was sent by the high king into Munster as well to claim the hostages. According to

Oirdnide, High King (793–817) Conchobar mac Donnchada, High King (819–833) Fedelmid mac Crimthainn, High King (836–841) Niall Caille, High King (832–846)

century AD. He was, according to later medieval tradition, a rival of the High King, Conn of the Hundred Battles, and for a time after the year 123 was the

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. His epithet means "blue-green sharp edge". According to the

Dál Riata (d. 642) Domnall mac Áedo, High King of the Northern Uí Néill and Ireland (d. 642) Domnall Midi, High King of Clann Cholmáin and Ireland (d. 763)

would help to establish the legitimacy of Diarmait's rule. In 829 the high king Conchobar mac Donnchada (died 833), with the men of Mide (Meath), attacked

The Bastarnae, Bastarni or Basternae, also known as the Peuci or Peucini, were an ancient people who are known from Greek and Roman records to have inhabited

not certain - according to some sources, he was a contemporary of the High King Conn of the Hundred Battles, in others of Lugaid Luaigne, Congal Cláiringnech

Catholic church stands. Therefore, between 1002 and 1014, when he was the High King, Killaloe was effectively the capital of all Ireland. 2 km north of the

according to medieval Irish legend and historical traditions, an early High King of Ireland. According to the Lebor Gabála Érenn he became king when he

legendary High King of Ireland, according to some medieval and early modern Irish sources. In the Lebor Gabála Érenn he is not a High King: he kills the

viceroys as well as appointed governors, depending on the power of the high king at Pinya, and later Inwa (Ava). Many of the rulers of Taungoo were assassinated

Bó Cúailnge and the birth and death of Cú Chulainn to the reign of the High King Conaire Mor, who it says was a contemporary of the Roman emperor Augustus

Royal titles Preceded by Mac Cuill, Mac Cecht and Mac Gréine High King of Ireland (jointly with Eber Finn for the first year) AFM 1700–1684 BC FFE 1287–1272

Uí Néill High King, Niall Caille (Niall of the Callan), was buried at Armagh in 846 after drowning in the River Callan. His son, High King Áed Findliath

Áed Uaridnach, High King (601–607) Máel Coba mac Áedo, High King (608–610) Suibne Menn, High King (611–623) Domnall mac Áedo, High King (624–639) Cellach

Lóegairi, High King (479–503) Muirchertach mac Ercae, High King (504–527) Túathal Máelgarb, High King (528–538 Diarmait mac Cerbaill, High King (539–558)

the deaths of most of its warriors in a battle against the forces of High King Cairbre Lifechair. It is notable for depicting the fianna, the heroes

and the dwarf Doli. Upon the conclusion of the series, Taran is crowned High King of Prydain and marries Eilonwy. Taran is a young man in late adolescence

History of Anglo-Saxon England Cornovii (Cornish) Related terms: Bretwalda, High King for hegemons among kings Compare: Tetrarchy Five Burghs Kirby, D. H. (2000)

King of the Picts r. 862–877 Áed Findliath High King of Ireland Máel Muire ingen Cináeda Flann Sinna High King of Ireland 847/848–916 Áed mac Cináeda King

His brother had met his death fighting the Vikings on the side of the high king of Ireland. the annals record that in 891 the men of North Connacht and

as High King of Ireland. Toirdhealbhach's son Ruaidri mac Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair, would go on to succeed him, becoming last the Gaelic High King of

Irish Examiner. 1999.[permanent dead link‍] Gallagher, Mark (1999). "High King of Tara celebrates success". Irish Examiner.[permanent dead link‍] "Character

is also their capital city. Its lord is the High King of all the Dwarfs. Currently ruled over by High King Thorgrim Grudgebearer. The temples of the venerable

them, Cumhal, leader of the fianna, abducted her. Tadg appealed to the High King, Conn of the Hundred Battles, who outlawed and pursued Cumhal. Cumhal

1014. The latter account names Bróðir as the killer of Brian Boru, the High King of Ireland. Both Boru and Bróðir died in the battle, although accounts

was begun in the 12th century, when Turlough O'Connor (1088–1156) was High King. This marked Tuam's becoming the seat of an archbishop, following the

Age, Elrond went to Lindon with the household of Gil-galad, the last High King of the Noldor. During the War of the Elves and the dark lord Sauron in

It was a petty kingdom or federacy of principalities probably under a high king. Tell Khan Sheykhun has tenatively been identified as kurnu-ḫa-šeki. The

and Conchobar mac Donnchada, of the Southern Uí Néill, King of Tara or High King of Ireland. In 830, Fedelmid was back burning monasteries--this time it

drink. Here, the father of her child is said to be Fachtna Fáthach, the High King of Ireland, who is Ness's lover in spite of Cathbad. While Ness and Cathbad

Eóganachta were powerful in Munster, they never provided Ireland with a High King. Serious challenges to the Uí Néill were however presented by Cathal mac

state; but it is notable that his nomination was backed not only by the High King Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair (Rory O'Connor), King Diarmait Mac Murchada (who

among the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms might become acknowledged as Bretwalda, a high king over the other kings. The decline of Mercia allowed Wessex to become more

Adam') and they claimed descent from a son of Niall of the Nine Hostages (High King of Ireland circa 400AD) via Máel Dúin mac Máele Fithrich of the Cenél

known than his unrequited love for Gráinne. He was elderly when [the High King] Cormac Mac Art gave his daughter Gráinne to him in marriage. But before

Fiachrae was an Irish prince, the son of the high king Eochaid Mugmedón (d.362) by his wife Mongfind, sister of Crimthann mac Fidaig (d.367). He was ancestor

Fiatach descend from Fiatach Finn mac Dáire, an alleged King of Ulster and High King of Ireland in the 1st century AD. In addition to a number of Scottish

Preceded by Fiacha High King of Ireland (with Mac Cecht and Mac Gréine) AFM 1730–1700 BC FFE 1317–1287 BC Succeeded by Eber Finn and Eremon

O' Swords Ralph Borgemenke Frankie Sanders Reverie Knoll Farm 10th 5 High King William McKinley Cook Thomas Barry Joseph Gavegnano 11th 13 Jean Baptiste

great-great-grandson of Niall of the Nine Hostages, a pseudo-historical Irish high king of the 5th century. Tradition holds that he was born in Gartan. One tradition

the queen of Lóegaire mac Néill, High King of Ireland, and mother of Lugaid mac Lóegairi, who later became High King himself despite the initial wishes

Irish: Eochaid); his father was Colla, a descendant of the legendary High King Colla Uais, and his mother was Forgall (Old Irish: Forchella). His nickname

Domnaill, High King (979–1002, 1014–1022) Brian Bóruma, High King (1002–1014) Donnchad mac Briain, High King (?–1064) Diarmait mac Máel na mBó, High King (?–1072)

Emperor-Beyond-the-Sea, the Lord of Cair Paravel, the Emperor of the Lone Islands, High King of All High Kings and the Creator and Lord of Narnia. (All) Axartha Tarkaan:

kingship of the Isles. In 1094, Domnall's uncle, Muirchertach Ua Briain, High King of Ireland, drove Gofraid Crobán, King of Dublin and the Isles from Dublin

tradition, a High King of Ireland. During the reign of his father, he conquered Scotland. He came to power by killing the incumbent High King, Eochu Mumu

– Flann Sinna, High King (877–914) Niall Glúndub, High King (915–917) Donnchad Donn, High King (918–942) Congalach Cnogba, High King ( 943–954) Domnall

battle in which the Fianna fight and are destroyed by the forces of the High King Cairbre Lifechair, Goll and those loyal to him defect to Cairbre's side

Irish: Eochaid); his father was Colla, a descendant of the legendary High King Colla Uais, and his mother was Forgall (Old Irish: Forchella). His nickname

child born that night to a member of the House of Perseus would become High King. Hera did this knowing that while Heracles was to be born a descendant

and 12th century from other provincial kings seeking the position of High King of Ireland and the Kingdom of Breifne under Tigernán Ua Ruairc. Mide was

a high-ranking cleric or as ceremonial insignia of high office for a High King of Ireland. The brooch was hidden on the east coast of Ireland some time

the Ulaid. His mother is one of the daughters of Eochu Feidlech, the High King of Ireland: in the saga Cath Boinde ("the battle of the Boyne) and the

1106–1156). He also brought Tuam its most prominent status as seat of the High King of Ireland which he achieved by force of arms during his long career.

Preceded by Fiacha High King of Ireland (with Mac Cuill and Mac Cecht) AFM 1730–1700 BC FFE 1317–1287 BC Succeeded by Eber Finn and Érimón

ruling house, and King Math's war leader; he succeeds to the throne when High King Math is slain. Gwydion meets Taran when that Assistant Pig-Keeper chases

birth. Meanwhile, Aengus hunts down Fúamnach and cuts off her head. The High King of Ireland, Eochu Airem, seeks a wife, because the provincial kings will

is recorded that in 376 AD, Crimthann mac Fidaig, King of Munster and High King of Ireland died in the Cratloe area from poison administered by his sister

handed' to signify that they were great warriors. One is the mythical High King of Ireland, Lugaid Lámderg (Lugaid the red handed), who, according to

the crossing. The first real bridge was built around 1000AD by Malachy, High King of Meath, and the King of Connacht – built to link in the middle in their

a High King of Ireland. She married firstly Macnia mac Lugdach, prince of the Dáirine or Corcu Loígde, and was mother of Lugaid Mac Con, High King of

King Máel Mórda of Leinster. She went on to marry the King of Meath and High King of Ireland, Máel Sechnaill, and subsequently Brian Boru. She was a beautiful

Scotland" Fergus Dubdétach, legendary High King of Ireland of the 3rd century AD Fergus Fortamail, legendary High King of Ireland of the 4th century BC Fergus

long-standing was with Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair King of Connacht and High King of Ireland, and subsequently his son and successor Ruaidhrí Ua Conchobair

Noígíallach, High King (generally thought historical: 4th–5th century) Nath Í, High King (4th–5th century) Lóegaire mac Néill, High King (5th century)

north of Ireland, and monastic settlement grew up around it. Brian Boru, High King of Ireland, visited Armagh in 1004, acknowledging it as the head cathedral

Crimthann as the leader of the Laigin forces. The Laigin defeated the high king Lóegaire mac Néill (died 462) and captured him. They released him after

Finguine (died 742) was an Irish King of Munster or Cashel, and effectively High King of Ireland as well. He belonged to the Eóganacht Glendamnach sept of the

Ireland Donnchad Donn (Donnchad mac Flainn), High King 918–942 Donnchad mac Briain, self-styled High King 1024–1026 (with opposition); son of Brian Boru

and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He separated the province of Ulster from the authority of the High King, and is said to have made war

MacMurrough), the deposed King of Leinster who had been exiled by the High King of Ireland, sought Cambro-Norman assistance to regain his throne. Lord

saint (approximate date) 566 Domnall Ilchelgach, High King of Ireland Forggus mac Muirchertaig, High King Justin, Byzantine aristocrat and general Pulakeshin

BC), high King of Ireland and ancestor of the O’Neill and Connachta dynasties. Conn of the Hundred Battles (Irish: Conn Cétchathach), High King of Ireland

invasion of Ireland, Treaty of Windsor (1175), and death of the last true High King of Ireland, Rory O'Connor, in 1198. However, there were many provincial

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semi-historical (non-contemporary) texts, place Cormac mac Airt as a longstanding High King of Ireland. (The Annals date his reign as 226–266, but scholars vary in

reputedly gets its name from the High King of Ireland, Niall Caille. It is reported that while at war with the Norsemen the High King arrived in Callan to find

al-Hadi. Birth of Harun's son al-Ma'mun. 919 – Battle of Islandbridge: High King Niall Glúndub is killed while leading an Irish coalition against the Vikings

to late sources, briefly a High King of Ireland. The Lebor Gabála Érenn says Bodbchad murdered his brother, the High King Úgaine Mór, who was succeeded

Morgaine has the supernatural ability of premonition called "the Sight". The High King, Ambrosius, summons his nobles to a feast to name his successor, Uther

A certain Dubsloit of the Cruthin is said to have killed the son of High King Diarmait mac Cerbaill in 555 or 558, and Diarmait himself was killed by

head") was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. There is considerable differences in the sources over his

counties are direct descendants of Niall of the Nine Hostages, the legendary high king who allegedly kidnapped the young Saint Patrick and led him to Ireland

was, according to medieval Irish legends and historical traditions, a High King of Ireland. He came from Munster, killed the previous incumbent, Ailill

of Cerball. Illand was the brother of Conall's great-grandfather the high king Diarmait mac Cerbaill (died 565). Domnall Brecc (died 642), later king

traditions, became High King of Ireland when he killed Ethriel, son of Íriel Fáid, in the Battle of Rairiu. He was the first Milesian High King to have been

Preceded by Fiacha High King of Ireland (with Mac Cuill and Mac Gréine) AFM 1730–1700 BC FFE 1317–1287 BC Succeeded by Eber Finn and Érimón

Harmondsworth: Penguin Books Limited. p. 84. Electryon, son of Perseus, High King of Mycenae [...], marched vengefully against the Paphians and Teleboans

Bóruma, the High King of Ireland. Sigurd the Stout, the Earl of Orkney, was offered command of all the Norse forces, while the High King had sought assistance

1723 depiction of the Irish High King Brian Boru (died 1014) showing him wearing plate armor (developed in the 15th century) and holding a coat of arms

Kells was a monastery, it was the site of a royal site inhabited by the High King Cormac mac Airt who moved his residence from the Hill of Tara,[citation

his ealdorman Berht, laying waste to the territory of Meath, ruled by High King Fínsnechta Fledach. Caliph Mu'awiya II dies at Damascus, after a brief

tradition, joint High King of Ireland with his brother or half-brother Conaing Bececlach. They took power after killing the previous High King, Eochu Uairches

on behalf of his father and refusing to acknowledge Brian Ua Néill as High King. He died in 1259, pre-deceasing his father. He married Fionnuala, daughter

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tradition, joint High King of Ireland with his brother or half-brother Conaing Bececlach. They took power after killing the previous High King, Eochu Uairches

figures, including a number of queens and abbesses. It was also the name High King Brian Boru's mother and one of his daughters. Bé Binn inion Urchadh, Queen

according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, the 37th High King of Ireland. Gíallchad took power after killing his predecessor, and the

periods of Irish history. Some say he lived during the reign of 3rd century High King Cormac mac Airt, while others put him in Jerusalem during the time of

which is now divided into a number of kingdoms loosely united under a High King. Merlin is the illegitimate son of a Welsh princess, who refuses to name

fighting on the side of the High King of Ireland, Fachtna Fáthach, against Eochaid Feidlech, who defeated and deposed him as High King. He was succeeded as king

nephew, Art mac Cuinn, the High King of Ireland, had shortly before exiled Eochaid. According to one source, the High King banished his uncle for sneaking

High King (?–1119) Domnall Ua Lochlainn, High King (?–1121) Toirdelbach Ua Conchobair, High King (1119–1156) Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn, High King (1156–1166)

Clontarf fighting on behest of his ally Brian Boru, king of Munster and high king of Ireland. According to historian C. Thomas Cairney, the O'Kellys came

isles, was not intended to convey sovereign rule (that is, that of a High King). This is different from the way the word was used in the emerging Kingdom

legend and historical tradition, a king of the Ulaid who was briefly High King of Ireland. He took the High Kingship after his predecessor, Lugaid mac

time known by name is Vortigern, which may have been a title meaning "High King". The depredations of the Picts from the north and Scotti (Scots) from

The siege of Dublin was an unsuccessful attempt of the last high king of Ireland, Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, to capture the City of Dublin from the Anglo-Normans

accompanied by a prose explanation of how it came to be created. The high king Lóegaire mac Néill, with the will to prevent the saint and his band from

medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. His father became High King after killing the previous incumbent, Rothechtaid

with the High King of Ireland having limited authority. In the 1160s the King of Leinster, Diarmait Mac Murchada, was deposed by the High King, Ruaidrí

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. The Lebor Gabála Érenn says he reigned jointly with Conaing

however, end unhappily. In variants of the story, Manannan is named the high king over the Tuatha Dé along with Bodb Derg when the Tuatha Dé Danann descend

conflict with Conn of the Hundred Battles. Dáire himself may have been High King of Ireland for a “difficult month” if the 7th century AD poem about the

and renamed the sons of Ailill, who was a 7th-great-grandson of Niall, High King of Ireland, as per his pedigree recorded in the Lives of Irish Saints

the family would ultimately descend from Niall of the Nine Hostages, High King of Ireland, who reigned in the fifth century, although the O'Neill dynasty

received its name. In 1911 BC during the reign of Fodbgen, the Firbolg High-King of Ireland, the name Magh Senaig was changed to Magh Slécht (The plain

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He succeeded to the throne after his father was struck by

Emperor, Empress dowager Tsar, Tsarina Kaiser Great king, Great queen High king, High queen King consort dowager Queen regnant consort dowager mother

Ulaid who became High King of Ireland sometime between the 1st and 3rd centuries BC. During the reign of Eochu Feidlech as High King, the provinces of

Isildur and his brother Anarion – together with their father Elendil, High King of Gondor and Arnor – joined the Last Alliance of Elves (under Gil-galad)

Emperor, Empress dowager Tsar, Tsarina Kaiser Great king, Great queen High king, High queen King consort dowager Queen regnant consort dowager mother

Emperor, Empress dowager Tsar, Tsarina Kaiser Great king, Great queen High king, High queen King consort dowager Queen regnant consort dowager mother

likely by assignment of Empress Sophia). Ainmuire mac Sétnai becomes High King of Ireland, and rules from 566–569 (this according to the Book of Leinster)

according to medieval Irish legends and historical traditions, became High King of Ireland after killing Ér, Orba, Ferón and Fergna, sons of Éber Finn

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor, and his grandfather's

tradition, joint High King of Ireland with his brother or half-brother Eochu Fíadmuine. They took power after killing the previous High King, Eochu Uairches

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He succeeded to the throne on the death of his father. He

of the O'Brien dynasty and spawned Brian Boru, perhaps the most noted High King of Ireland, and several of whose descendants were also high kings. By

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He came to power after he killed his predecessor, and his

Elendil, who founded the Kingdom of Arnor to the north, was held to be the High King of all the lands of the Dúnedain. Isildur established the city of Minas

Zimmer Bradley's The Mists of Avalon, Aurelianus is depicted as the ageing High King of Britain, a "too-ambitious" son of a Western Roman Emperor. His sister's

legendary High King of Ireland, r. 33–9 BC Conchobar Abradruad, legendary High King of Ireland, r. 9–8 BC Crimthann Nia Náir, legendary High King of Ireland

Emperor, Empress dowager Tsar, Tsarina Kaiser Great king, Great queen High king, High queen King consort dowager Queen regnant consort dowager mother

Bolesław of Oleśnica, Konrad I of Oleśnica from 1314 Władysław I the Elbow-high, King of Poland from 1320. Turned into the Greater Poland province of the united

declare how many knights he had enfeoffed. Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn, High King of Ireland, is killed. He is succeeded by Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, king

the king (and queen) of Airghialla was such that they sat beside the High King at Tara at great gatherings, and his sword was allowed to touch the High

Derga ("The Destruction of Da Derga's Hostel") as the bodyguard of the High King Conaire Mor along with the Ulster hero Conall Cernach. In this tale he

legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. The Lebor Gabála Érenn says he overthrew the previous High King Fíachu Finnolach in an uprising

was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. According to the Lebor Gabála Érenn he came to power after

been granted to Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, King of Connacht and the last High King of Ireland before the Norman invasion, by the abbey as a gift to return

was, according to medieval Irish legends and historical traditions, a High King of Ireland. According to the Lebor Gabála Érenn, he took the throne after

the Hundred Battles take up the first part of the narrative. Conn is High King of Ireland, but his land turns to waste when he marries the wicked Bé