Ragnar and the Irish Sea: Vikings in Ireland and the Isle of Man

This episode explores the often-overlooked Viking presence in Ireland and the Isle of Man, focusing on the years between the first recorded Norse raids and the establishment of longphorts like Dublin. We discuss the 795 attack on Lambay Island, the rise of the Uí Ímair dynasty, and the archaeological evidence from sites like Woodstown. We also unpack the complex relationship between Vikings and Irish kings, including the battle of Clontarf in 1014 and the role of the Gall-Gaedhil. How did the Norse shape Ireland's ports, coinage, and political landscape? And where does Ragnar Lothbrok fit into this story? #Vikings #Ireland #IsleOfMan #RagnarLothbrok #UMair #Dublin #Woodstown #Clontarf #GallGaedhil #LambayIsland #Longphort #Norse #HibernoNorse #VikingAge #IrishHistory #MedievalIreland #History #FexingoHistory #NorseSagas #Lindisfarne Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo