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Early Medieval

Battle of Moytura (North)

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Sligo, Ireland
Also known as: Second Battle of Magh Tuireadh
Era
Early Medieval
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
Sligo, Ireland
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Uí Néill
Forces
Uí Néill contingent near Lough Arr.
VS
Victor
Connacht forces
Forces
c. 3,000–8,000 per side; Connacht force
Outcome
Connacht victory in dynastic contest
The Battle

History & Significance

An historical battle (distinct from the mythological First and Second Battles of Moytura of Irish legend) near Lough Arrow, contested between early medieval Irish kingdoms. The plain of Moytura in Sligo gave its name to several historical and legendary battles.

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