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Battle of Curlew Pass

When
15 August 1599
Where
Curlew Mountains, near Boyle
Part of
First Battle of Curlew Pass

Irish forces ambushed and routed the English vanguard in the Curlew Mountains, causing heavy casualties.

Irish troops prepared an ambush in the Curlew Mountains. After scouts reported the English advance, O'Donnell's forces engaged Clifford's men. Sustained fire halted the English advance, and the arrival of Gallowglasses caused a rout, killing half the English force.

Sources

  1. Battle of Curlew Pass Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-19

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