From That Small Island: The Irish Story

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From That Small Island: The Irish Story

We begin this episode by taking a snapshot of Europe in the year 1,000 and Ireland's place within it. We trace the story of the Normans, or as they called themselves, the English. We follow the new colony as it quickly established itself with the building of castles and new town...

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Season 1
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Who are the Irish and where did they come from? This exploration traces the story from the island's first humans and early farmers to the Celts, saints, and scholars. Through archaeology, genetics, and ancient texts, it uncovers Ireland's golden age and the legacy left behind by Viking raiders.
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