Uncover Ireland's Oldest Anglo-Norman Stronghold.Delve into the rich history and archaeology of Carrick, County Wexford, Ireland's first Anglo-Norman fortification. This scholarly work explores the site's evolution from a 12th-century ringwork to a thriving medieval borough.
Discover the secrets of Carrick's strategic location, its role in the manorial system, and the fascinating story of its rediscovery. Explore detailed archaeological findings, geophysical surveys, and landscape assessments that reveal the lives of its inhabitants.
- Trace the steps of the first Anglo-Norman settlers.
- Examine the construction and decline of a medieval borough.
- Understand the significance of deer parks in the Anglo-Norman landscape.
Perfect for historians, archaeologists, and anyone fascinated by Irish heritage. Unearth the past andexplore the legacy of Carrick today!
Stephen Mandal is a director of the Irish Archaeological Field School and a founding partner of the "Digging the Lost Town of Carrig" project.Catherine McLoughlinis a partner in Stafford and McLoughlin Archaeology.Michael Pottertonis a lecturer in the Department of History, Maynooth University. Denis Shineis a director of the Irish Archaeological Field School and a founding partner of the "Digging the Lost Town of Carrig" project.
The results of a detailed archaeological survey of Carrick, Co. Wexford, one of the oldest Anglo-Norman settlements in Ireland
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