S1E3 - A History of Irish Duels

18/08/2025 22 min Episodio 3
S1E3 - A History of Irish Duels

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While it might not be true that the Irish invented duelling, it's indisputable that they took to it like fish to water. From the legendary duels of Cuchullain to the blood-soaked duelling fields of Galway City, join me as we look at the history of Irish duels.
 
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