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Burning of Derry
- When
- 19 April 1608
- Where
- Derry
O'Doherty led a surprise night attack on Derry, burning the town and killing the governor.
At 2:00 am on 19 April 1608, Sir Cahir O'Doherty led around 100 men in a surprise attack on Derry. The rebels burned much of the town and killed Governor George Paulet, launching the rebellion.
Sources
- O'Doherty's rebellion Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
- Derry Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-18
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