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stairnaheireann · 7 months

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#OTD in 1651 – Surrender of Limerick.

Oliver Cromwell’s New Model Army had taken control of the eastern part of Ireland, forcing the Irish Confederates west of the River Shannon to Athlone, Galway, and Limerick. Cromwell left Ireland in May 1650, leaving the army under the command of his son-in-law, Henry Ireton. After a failed attempt to take Limerick in October 1650, Ireton spent the winter preparing for a new offensive. Limerick…

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#Co. Cork #Colonel Fennell #England #Henry Breton #Hugh Dubh O’Neill #Ireland #Irish Histoy #Irishtown #King Johns Castle #Knocknaclashy #Limerick #nephew of Owen Roe O’Neill #New Model Army #Oliver Cromwell #Parliamentarian forces #Surrender of Limerick #Viscount Muskerry

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thecastlesofeire · 7 months

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5 Top Castles to Visit in Ireland 2023

There are more than 30,000 castles in Ireland today, some in ruins and some which are very much intact dating back to the 12th century. visiting some of these wonderful historical castles allows you to learn about Irish history first-hand, offering a unique personal experience. Castles in Ireland are dotted all over the countryside and with so many castles and sites to choose from we have chosen the Top 5 must-see castles to visit.

Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle is located in the heart of Dublin City. The castle was built in the 13th century by King John of England. Visitors can see the large medieval towers which are one of the oldest surviving structures in Dublin still standing to this day. visitors are welcome and guided tours of the castle are also available.

opened Monday-Sunday 9.45-5.45pm

2. Blarney Castle

Blarney Castle is located in Co. Cork and is steeped in legend and mystique. The castle was built over six centuries ago by Cormac Mac Carthy to protect against invaders. The castle's most famous highlight is the famous Blarney stone, legend has it that those who kiss the stone will be bestowed with " the gift of the gab". Blarney Castle is a very popular destination for visitors to Ireland and is considered a must-see.

3. Bunnratty Castle

Bunnratty Castle was built by the Mac Namara family in around 1425 but by 1475 it had fallen into the hands of the powerful O' Briens the largest clan in Munster. Today the castle hosts a folk park where visitors can explore what life was like in a medieval castle. The Castle also hosts medieval banquets which are a very popular tourist attraction.

4. King John's Castle

King John's Castle is located on the banks of the Shannon River in Limerick City. The castle was built in the 13th century by King John Of England to protect against rebellion from Norman Lords. The fortress is one of the best-preserved Norman castles in Europe. some of the features of the castle include a great hall where Royal banquets were held, and the tower which offered views of the city.

5.Kilkenny Castle

Kilkenny Castle is located in the heart of medieval Kilkenny city. Built during the Norman conquest of Ireland it has one of the longest histories of occupation of any castle in Ireland. the interior hosts large Victorian portrait galleries, drawing rooms, and banqueting halls. The castle also boasts 51 acres of parkland and gardens open to the public.

wherever your adventure takes you, there is plenty to explore and discover in Ireland's Great Castles full of history and adventure.

#DublinCastle #blarney castle #Kilkenny Castle #King Johns Castle #Bunnratty Castle #Irish Castles #Irish History #Discover History #Castle preservation #CastlesofE

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illustratus · 3 months

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Watchful Peace, The Return of the King by John Howe

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k00282802 · 2 years

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temporary brief: exploring texture

the same day I visited the castle, I also went to the outside of the site to study what the texture and look of the stones within the castles walls looked like as well

I took rubbings from one of the walls along the castle turrets (pic 1), a direction stone set on the side of the castle (pic 2), and then finally i took the last rubbing from the tall wooden gate door at the site of the castle, (pic 3)

I also took more close up photos of the walls stones, studying the moss and the type of fauna that was growing within the walls themselves ( pic 4,5,and 6)

I want to use this reference for future 3d or 2d work I might do on the castle

#king johns castle #temporary brief #primary research

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ber-go · 8 months

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My pieces for @malevolentbigbang ! It's been super fun illustrating for @watchersfavorite's lovely fic, Celestial Navigation (Or, finding ourselves under the stars)

I'm not good with words but the lines in this fic,,,the imagery,,, the intimacy,,, hoooo boy !!! good stuff !! do give their fic a read !

#malevolent big bang 2023 #howls moving castle au #mbb2023 #arthur lester #king in yellow #malevolent #malevolent podcast #john doe #jarthur #malevolent yellow #malevolent hastur #image id in alt text

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dreamconsumer · 4 months

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"The Morning of Clontarf".

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scenesandscreens · 2 years

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The Last Starfighter (1984)

Director - Nick Castle, Cinematography - King Baggot

"Things change. Always do. You'll get your chance! Important thing is, when it comes, you've got to grab with both hands, and hold on tight!"

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ruleof3bobby · 4 months

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THE LION IN WINTER (1968) Grade: B

Such an interesting movie. Like a coming home for holidays movie but with a royal family. Had some funny light hearted moments and a crazy good cast. Great dialogue.

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whitecrownsblackthrones-archived · 1 year

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A king who has already gone down in history.

He just wants to rest now, but needs to give his daughter more time before retiring.

#[The Whispers that echo in the Castle Walls] Dash Commentary #{Old War King} King John Li

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iancumminsauthor · 6 months

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Invisible Authors

I wish I was as successful as Richard Castle. He has a fabulous NYC apartment, another home on the coast and he spends money without having to think about the cost or value.

There are a few authors whose books have made them rich (over $20m in 2018 alone), such as JK Rowling, Stephen King and John Grisham but, in reality, the top 10% of writers account for 70% of all income from books and less than 14% of authors can rely on writing as a sole source of their income.

A survey was carried out by the University of Glasgow of 50,000 authors' earnings this century. From an average author income of £18,013 in 2006, it fell by 52.65% to £10,497 in 2018. I began writing in 2019 - great timing, eh?

But I'm not doing this to make millions, although covering costs is good. When one plans retirement, they often take up painting or, in my case, writing. Any profit I receive from selling my books is carefully calculated each year (income declared, of course) and 50% of those profits are donated to a charity for the homeless.

If you are considering self-publishing, here is an article you might find interesting. I wish you the very best of luck with your writing and publishing.

#kindle books #fiction #indie author #new novel #amazon books #new book release #book review #richard castle #john grisham #stephen king #j k rowling #novel writing #creative writing #authors of tumblr #author tips #self publishing #writers

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stairnaheireann · 2 years

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#OTD in 1651 – Surrender of Limerick.

Oliver Cromwell’s New Model Army had taken control of the eastern part of Ireland, forcing the Irish Confederates west of the River Shannon to Athlone, Galway, and Limerick. Cromwell left Ireland in May 1650, leaving the army under the command of his son-in-law, Henry Ireton. After a failed attempt to take Limerick in October 1650, Ireton spent the winter preparing for a new offensive. Limerick…

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#Co. Cork #Colonel Fennell #England #Henry Breton #Hugh Dubh O’Neill #Ireland #Irish Histoy #Irishtown #King Johns Castle #Knocknaclashy #Limerick #nephew of Owen Roe O’Neill #New Model Army #Oliver Cromwell #Parliamentarian forces #Surrender of Limerick #Viscount Muskerry

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tohkilledme · 2 years

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a toh AU i’ve been thinking of for quite some time;

8 years ago, when King is still basically a newborn and luz is 6, she ends up in the demon realm, but somehow ends up on king’s island instead of the boiling isles (i have no idea how this would make sense but shh)

edalyn doesn’t find the island to take refuge in, and luz grows up with king and basically becomes feral until edalyn finds them when luz is like 12-14 and takes them home with her

i just. i just need feral luz ok.

#toh #the owl house #toh luz #toh au #toh aus #the owl house au #toh king #feral luz #john-luc as their parent lol #luz would probably have to stay out of the castle until king learns to speak and can tell john-luc to Not attack luz lol #she probably wouldn't learn glyphs since they're like #the titan's magic specifically or something and king's island isn't part of his dad right #tohkilledme posts

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rabbitcruiser · 10 months

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Portuguese Crisis of 1383–85

Battle of Aljubarrota: Portuguese forces commanded by John I of Portugal defeated the Castilian army of John I of Castile on August 14, 1385.

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k00282802 · 2 years

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temporary brief: primary research on site, king johns castle

for my project, I narrowed down my theme so that I focused on only one building/ site in limerick. the place I chose to focus on was kings' johns castle, a historical site near where I live, on the banks of the Shannon. the castle has been turned into a museum, with visitors being told about its beginnings, why it was created and the previous conflicts and sieges that had taken place here before. I collected some research while on my trip.

these photos were taken within the first part of the castle, here, it is told on how and why the castle was built, documenting which parts were built first, along with what the old medieval version of limerick looked like, depicted thru maps and old illustrations also shown are flags from kings and monarchs who were trying to settle in limerick at the time

the next set of photos were taken underneath the castle, showing old ruins found buried beneath the castle itself. some structures found were an old house/ shed, along with siege tunnels used to sneak in supplies during times of conflict. I also have documented what the type of rocks and stone underneath the castle look like Aswell.

emerging from underneath the castle, you then enter the courtyard, where an opened "great hall" is located and can be climbed down into. I documented this area a lot due to how it fitted my intended theme, with signs of time-dereliction and some overgrown moss on the pieces of the ruins.

I took other photos while inside as well, more so to do with other areas of my research, that I will be posting later. in all I did enjoy my trip to the castle itself and found really good inspiration on how to further my research and theme for my project going forward.

next, I want to see if I can find some more research on back when the castle was also once used as a housing block, with modern homes being built within the walls. this along with documenting the earlier days of the site, I intend to use to help explain my theme a bit more in the future

#king johns castle #history #temporary brief #primary research

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liroyalty · 1 year

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Aesthetic Tags

fashion aesthetic 【a diamond ring and tiara to match my ballgown】

foodie aesthetic 【oh my! it's time for tea!】

quote aesthetic 【words are just as powerful as the sword】

setting aesthetic 【castles that were so high they touched the horizons】

royalty aesthetic 【in the lap of luxury】

divine aesthetic 【light and dark in a balance】

musical aesthetic 【the voice of an angel with the lure of a siren】

video aesthetic 【pressing the play button until it breaks】

verses and aus aesthetic 【in the reflection of the mirror; is what we see truly ourselves?】

naughty aesthetic(nsfw warning) 【body imprints onto silken sheets】

ship aesthetic 【ah; true love. a rarity for royalty indeed】

ann aesthetic 【in sunlight blooms the peony】

suzanne aesthetic(varies trigger warnings) 【in darkness blooms the spider lily】

john aesthetic 【war makes a king; but love makes a man】

rosa aesthetic 【the comforts of the mother we adored】

#fashion aesthetic 【a diamond ring and tiara to match my ballgown】#foodie aesthetic 【oh my! it's time for tea!】#quote aesthetic 【words are just as powerful as the sword】#setting aesthetic 【castles that were so high they touched the horizons】#royalty aesthetic 【in the lap of luxury】#divine aesthetic 【light and dark in a balance】#musical aesthetic 【the voice of an angel with the lure of a siren】#video aesthetic 【pressing the play button until it breaks】#verses and aus aesthetic 【in the reflection of the mirror; is what we see truly ourselves?】#naughty aesthetic(nsfw warning) 【body imprints onto silken sheets】#ship aesthetic 【ah; true love. a rarity for royalty indeed】#ann aesthetic 【in sunlight blooms the peony】#suzanne aesthetic(varies trigger warnings) 【in darkness blooms the spider lily】#john aesthetic 【war makes a king; but love makes a man】#rosa aesthetic 【the comforts of the mother we adored】

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streetsofdublin · 4 months

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(via THE SHANNON RIVER AND KING JOHN'S CASTLE)

King John's Castle also known as Limerick Castle is a 13th-century castle located on King's Island in Limerick, Ireland, next to the River Shannon. Although the site dates back to 922 when the Vikings lived on the Island, the castle itself was built on the orders of King John of England in 1200.

#Limerick #Norman Castle #King John's Castle #River Shannon

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