Battle of Kilrush

The Battle of Kilrush, fought in 1651 during the Irish Confederate Wars, was a conflict between English Parliamentarian forces and Irish loyalists. The battle took place near Kilrush, County Clare, as part of the larger struggle for control of Ireland amidst the English Civil War. The Parliamentarians, led by Colonel Richard Houghton, sought to defeat the Royalist Irish army. Ultimately, the Parliamentarians emerged victorious, further consolidating English control in Ireland. This battle was part of a series of events that shaped Ireland's political landscape during the turbulent 17th century, influencing its subsequent history.