Introduction

In this course we look at the medieval history of the Gaels. The origin mythology, the effects of Christianity on society, and social structure. The influences of neighboring peoples – the Welsh, Norwegians, the English, and the Normans, will dominate our attention by the end as international concerns become more important. Note: the numbering system is for the entire program, which is why this part of the index starts with 5.

5.1 Session 7: The end of Roman Britain to the death of Somerled, 410 to 1165 CE

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[040] 5.1.1 Origin Stories: Irish Mythology
[041] 5.1.2 Historical Origins
[042] 5.1.3 The Saints and Irish Monasticism
[043] 5.1.4 Insular Celtic Art
[044] 5.1.5 Invasions and Migrations
[045] 5.1.6 Dàl Riata to Alba
[046] 5.1.7 Introduction to early Gaelic Society
[047] 5.1.8 Outside Domination: Normans and Norwegians

5.2 Session 8: The death of Somerled to the Union of the Crowns, 1165 to 1603 CE

[048] 5.2.1 The Norman Invasion of Ireland
[049] 5.2.2 The Kingdom/Lordship of the Isles
[050] 5.2.3 Clanship and Society
[051] 5.2.4 The Kingdom of Ireland
[052] 5.2.5 Appendix: Scotland in Crisis
[053] 5.2.6 Appendix: The Stuarts and Tudors

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