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Sir Walter Ralegh's Irish Colony: its political importance

Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk

Description

Drawing on newly discovered documents, particularly a 'Remembrance for Ireland' dating to 1590, the talk re-examines Ralegh's Munster colony and its place in his growing political in the wider Elizabethan state. It also explores the fate of the colony following the accession of a new king, James VI and I.
Period16 Apr 2026
Held atCollege of William and Mary, United States
Degree of RecognitionInternational

Keywords

  • Sir Walter Ralegh
  • Munster Plantation
  • Elizabethan England
  • Elizabethan Ireland
  • Virginia Plantation