Daniel Kirkpatrick

Finally created my monthly blog’s newsletter on ancient #Irishhistory and #IrishMythology you can signup here: eepurl.com/iN46Wk

Balor was the fearsome king of the Fomorians — his single ‘evil eye’ was so destructive it could scorch anyone it looked at. He was prophesied to be killed by his own grandson, Lugh — and he was. buff.ly/iW9qJdo #IrishMythology #Balor

Nuada was once the king of the Tuatha Dé Danann. He lost his arm in battle and had a silver one crafted so he could continue to rule. I explore his myths and legacy. buff.ly/e5gH5eK #IrishMythology #Nuada

Did you know St Patrick wasn’t just a missionary — he was also a slave, a bishop and a bridge between Gaelic Ireland and the wider Christian world? I explore his life and legacy. buff.ly/AcfiDjA #IrishHistory #StPatrick

Did you know there’s evidence Romans reached Ireland — if not as conquerors, then through trade, diplomacy & exchanged culture? I explore what Roman Ireland actually looked like. buff.ly/RLDQtxp #IrishHistory #Roman

I’ve created an interactive map of Ireland’s megalithic sites, from portal tombs and wedge tombs to stone circles. Trace the footsteps of prehistoric people. buff.ly/OUcw2yR #IrishHistory #Megaliths

Did you know people in Iron Age Ireland relied on porridge, dairy, wild greens, mead and ale? I’ve explored what daily food and drink really looked like thousands of years ago. buff.ly/4srDpiE #IrishHistory #IronAge

I’ve explored the mysterious Round Tower of Antrim — what its shape, placement and construction tell us about medieval Ireland. buff.ly/fzJiAoS #IrishHistory #MedievalIreland

I’ve dug into the world of Irish ollamhs — ancient scholars who blended poetry, law & herb lore. Discover how they preserved knowledge through plants and verse. buff.ly/ZsI9f5o #IrishHistory #Herbology”

I’ve mapped out the most fascinating historical sites in North Antrim — from ancient forts and world-class megaliths to medieval castle ruins. Step into their stories and see the map: buff.ly/Gb8yYyx #IrishHistory #Ireland

I’ve created an interactive map showing every recorded rock art site across Ireland. From spirals to cup-marks, these carvings reveal how people shaped and understood their landscape thousands of years ago. buff.ly/XozXCWu #IrishHistory #Prehistory

Irish warfare wasn’t grand armies—it was cattle raids, lightning ambushes, and hilltop power plays. These tactics shaped early Ireland far more than epic battles ever did. #IrishHistory #IronAge buff.ly/qOJQOVd

Distribution Of Prehistoric Forts in Ireland Credit: @NIPilgrim More about them: brilliantmaps.com/distribution-o…

Distribution Of Prehistoric Forts in Ireland Credit: @NIPilgrim More about them: brilliantmaps.com/distribution-o…

Historical fantasy map of the iconic Dunseverick Castle from the north coast of Ireland - my latest creation #mapmonday #ireland #HistoryMatters danielkirkpatrick.co.uk/historical-map…

I’ve started creating historical fantasy maps of significant Irish sites - this is of Audley Castle in Co Down - danielkirkpatrick.co.uk/historical-map… #mapmonday

Been playing with National Monument Service (Ireland) and Open Data (Northern Ireland) to produce a few maps visualising megalithic sites across Ireland. Notice anything? For more see my post on megaliths here: danielkirkpatrick.co.uk/irish-history/… #tombtuesday

Did you know that there are over 1,500 megalithic monuments in Ireland today - some built more than 6,000 years ago—older than the Egyptian pyramids. I've pulled together a short guide to understand the various types: 🔗 danielkirkpatrick.co.uk/irish-history/…

Silver coin (siliqua) showing bust of Constantis II. Minted in Lyon 360-361AD. Discovered in Coleraine, Northern Ireland #FindsFriday Image/Description credit @britishmuseum

Late Bronze Age small gold penannular ring. Found in Ireland. Produced 1150-750BC #FindsFriday Image/Description credit @britishmuseum

Of the 400 Irish deities, 12 gods stand out in particular for their symbolism and significance danielkirkpatrick.co.uk/2024/11/25/god… #mythologyMonday