Battle of Clontarf, 23 April 1014

Battle at which the Irish, led by Brian Boru, high king of Ireland, defeated a force of Scandinavians led by the Viking King of Dublin. The victory limited the Scandinavians to their coastal ports. Brian Boru, one of the greatest high kings was killed in the battle.
How to cite this article: Rickard, J (26 August 2000), Battle of Clontarf, 23 April 1014 , http://www.historyofwar.org/articles/battles_clontarf.html

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