Tales of Irish Castles
Season 12014TV-14
Explore the history, legends, and fascinating figures from castles across Ireland in this riveting docuseries that tells the story of the nation through its castles.
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Episodes (6)
- 1. The Normans Are ComingJune 21, 201444minTV-14SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish
After the Normans invaded in 1169, they introduced the concept of castle building to Ireland. This episode explores some of the country’s earliest Norman castles. - 2. Don't Mess With a KnightJune 28, 201442minTV-14SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglishIn the 13th and 14th centuries, Norman knights helped alter the landscape of Ireland. Featured locations include Luttrellstown, Kilkenny, Dunamase, and Blarney Castle.
- 3. The FightbackJuly 5, 201443minTV-14SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglishAs the Irish clans began to fight back against the Anglo-Norman settlers in the 15th and 16th centuries, tower houses were built for both defense and as family homes.
- 4. A Century of TurmoilJuly 12, 201445minTV-14SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglishCastles were at the forefront of the bloodiest century in Irish history. Important strongholds of the 1600s include castles in Limerick, Birr, Kilkenny, and Athlone.
- 5. A Taste for GothicJuly 19, 201445minTV-14SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglishCastles no longer served as military strongholds in the 18th and 19th centuries and instead were adapted into beautiful homes for the lordly and wealthy classes.
- 6. End of The EmpireJuly 26, 201443minTV-14SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglishThe 19th and 20th centuries were a time of social and political turmoil. Some of Ireland’s most prestigious and historical castles were mostly abandoned or destroyed.
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