Brian Boru, a podcast by Stuff You Missed in History Class

Brian Boru was called the last High King of Ireland.
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Resource: podcast
Running Time: 14 minutes


Time: 940 - 1014
Place: Ireland

Summary:
Brain Boru was born into a world ravaged by Vikings.  He was best known for driving out the Vikings from south Ireland.  He ruled all of Munster and was known as the the High King of Ireland.  He died in the battle of Clontarf.  Sarah and Katie have a great time outlining the life of Brian Boru.  This podcast offers just a taste of this story, but could generate an interest in this time period or a bigger history of Ireland.

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