The Flight of the Earls and its Legacy
Investigate the departure of Gaelic chieftains and its symbolic significance for Irish history.
Key Questions
- Analyze the reasons that led to the Flight of the Earls.
- Explain the immediate and long-term consequences of their departure for Gaelic Ireland.
- Evaluate the symbolic importance of the Flight of the Earls in Irish nationalist narratives.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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