Normans In Ireland Flashcards
1
Q
Why did Henry come to Ireland?
A
Because after the war Dermott died and Strongbow became king. Henry was worried he would try to take his place as king of England so he went over to tell him what to do.
2
Q
How did John de Courcy become ‘prince of Ulster’?
A
He defeated the MacDunlevy family who were in charge of Ulster.
3
Q
How did John de Coucy die?
A
Prince John was worried John de Courcy was too powerful. He started to fight against John de Courcy and won. John de Coucy was then put in prison and there he died.
4
Q
Why did the Normans come to Ireland?
A
To get land in Ireland.
