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Patrick Sarsfield (1655?-1693), undoubtedly one of the most romantic figures of Irish history, has always captured the popular imagination. This biography describes Sarsfield's unpromising early career where he was dismissed from the army, involved in a series of duels, and took part in two violent abductions of wealthy young widows.
In the campaign of 1691 he held a subordinate position under St. Ruth. The two often disagreed, and at Aughrim St. Ruth allowed Sarsfield no active share in the battle, leaving him in command of the cavalry reserve. When St. Ruth fell Sarsfield could not turn defeat into victory, but he saved the Irish from utter destruction.
16 de feb. de 2021 · A group seeking to locate the remains of Patrick Sarsfield, the famous historical figure who led the Jacobite army in the siege of Limerick in 1691, have had a breakthrough in their search and ...
13 de feb. de 2023 · Remains believed to be those of Patrick Sarsfield, the Irish hero who played a key role during the Williamite War in the late 1600s, have been located in Belgium. Sarsfield was one of the 'Wild Geese' who fled to France after William of Orange defeated James II - England's last Catholic monarch. The fabled commander is famous for leading the ...
Patrick Sarsfield (1655-1693), undoubtedly one of the most romantic figures of Irish history, has always captured the popular imagination. This biography describes Sarsfield's unpromising early career where he was dismissed from the army, involved in a series of duels, and took part in two violent abductions of wealthy young widows.
16 de feb. de 2021 · Campaigners seeking to repatriate the remains of Patrick Sarsfield believe they have found the place where he is buried. Sarsfield, one of the great tragic figures of Irish history, left Ireland ...
13 de feb. de 2023 · Just last year, the Irish Mirror reported that excavations to find the skeletal remains of 17th century deceased Earl and revolutionary Irish war hero, Patrick Sarsfield, had begun in Belgium. They have now been located and talks are underway to have them repatriated back to Ireland as part of the Sarsfield Homecoming Project, now in its 3rd year.
