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The Irish Chiefs and Kings kneel before King Henry II
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The Irish Chiefs and Kings kneel before King Henry II
The Irish Chiefs and Kings kneel before King Henry II (1133-1189) at Dublin, Ireland. In October 1171, King Henry landed with a large army in Ireland to establish control over both the Anglo-Normans and the Irish. The Norman lords handed their conquered territory to Henry.
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This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in Irish history as the Irish chiefs and kings pay homage to King Henry II of England at Dublin Castle in October 1171. Henry, dressed in regal attire and seated on his throne, receives the submission of the Irish leaders, symbolizing their allegiance and recognition of his authority over their lands. The Norman lords, who had previously conquered Irish territory, had handed their lands over to Henry, making this a significant event in the establishment of English rule in Ireland during the 12th century. The Irish chiefs and kings, dressed in their traditional clothing and wearing their distinctive headdresses, kneel before the king in a gesture of fealty and submission. The scene is a powerful reminder of the complex political dynamics at play during this period, as the English monarch sought to assert control over the Irish lands and people, and the Irish leaders responded with a combination of resistance and accommodation.
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