THE GALLOGLAS - IRELAND'S WARRIORS

DISPONIBILE APRILE 2024

Interamente illustrato a colori con anche 6 tavole a colori, il libro descrive l'origine, la storia e la scomparsa del Galloglass, esaminando l'aspetto, l'armamento e l’organizzazione di questi guerrieri.

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The so-called "Galloglass" shaped Irish military history for centuries - from their emergence in the 13th century to the wars of the Tudor period in the late 16th century. If the warfare of Irish armies was characterised by lightning-like raids with equally rapid retreats, the Galloglass fought it out to the utmost, even Galloglass against Galloglass.

The bloody climax of Galloglass warfare came at the Battle of Knockdoe in 1504.

Described in contemporary accounts as violent and hulking, the warriors represented an Urrian phenomenon, but were actually from the Scottish Hebridean Islands.

This book describes the origin, history and disappearance of the Galloglass. It takes a look at their appearance, armament, pay, organisation and self-image of these warriors.

The latest archaeological findings are also taken into account.

The book was written in cooperation with Claíomh, one of the leading Irish re-enactment groups.

Included are many depictions of Re-enactors as well as detailed photographs of weapons and equipment, contemporary illustrations, photographs of sites and a number of drawings.