Battle of Affane (1565 AD)

Battle of Affane (FitzGerald of Desmond and allied clans vs Butler of Ormond and allied clans) took place in 1565 AD during the Private war between Fitzgeralds and Butlers.

Battle facts

• Year: 1565 AD
• Date: 1565-02-01
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: the Private war between Fitzgeralds and Butlers
• Side A: FitzGerald of Desmond and allied clans
• Side B: Butler of Ormond and allied clans
• Commanders (A): Gerald FitzGerald
• Commanders (B): Thomas Butler
• Casualties: approx. 300 killedLow
• Outcome: Butler victory
• Coordinates: 52.125°, -7.838°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of Affane · Wikidata entry

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