Tiaquin Castle Demolished
Archived: 25 October 2026
In 1266, Connacht experienced conflict among Gaelic rulers, settler communities and Walter de Burgh’s lordship. Tiaquin Castle was demolished and Conmaicne ravaged, while townships, castles and grain stores were burned. Áed Ó Conchobair, king of Connacht, pursued rivals and projected authority into Bréifne, deposing Art Ó Ruairc, installing Conchobar Buide and taking hostages. His regime also used blinding as political punishment. Raids, killings and a failed Burke hosting demonstrated an unsettled balance of power. Despite warfare, monasteries, dioceses and learned families remained active, recording deaths, appointments and consecrations. Ireland’s order endured through violent, local negotiation of resources, fortifications and succession.
