Henry II Sends His Son John to Ireland

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Henry II Sends His Son John to Ireland

April 25, 1185

Henry II sends his son John to Ireland. John lands at Waterford on this date to assert royal control over Hugh de Lacy, whom Henry suspects of aspiring to become King of Ireland. However, John fails to bring De Lacy under control.

Henry II sends his son John to Ireland
Henry II sends his son John to Ireland
April 25, 1185

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