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Henry II and Ireland: the invasions of 1169 and 1171; relations with the Irish nobility.
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The crisis of Royal Authority, 1166–1174
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Henry II and Ireland: the invasions of 1169 and 1171; relations with the Irish nobility
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What was a significant outcome of Henry II's invasion of Ireland in 1171?
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The invasion led to the establishment of English control over parts of Ireland, marking the beginning of a long period of English influence.
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- Lordship of Ireland: The title given to the English Crown's authority over Ireland following the invasions, marking the beginning of English rule.
- Dermot MacMurrough: The King of Leinster who sought Henry II's assistance, leading to the initial English incursions into Ireland.
Common trap
Confusing the invasions of 1169 and 1171: Clarify that the 1169 invasion was initiated by MacMurrough's request, while the 1171 invasion was a direct action by Henry II to assert control.
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