Siege of Derry

The Siege of Derry occurred from December 1688 to August 1689 during the Williamite War in Ireland. Protestant settlers in the city of Derry (Londonderry) faced siege from the forces loyal to the Catholic King James II, who sought to reclaim his throne from the Protestant William of Orange. The defenders held out for 105 days, enduring severe hunger and attacks. Ultimately, they were relieved by Williamite forces, marking a significant moment in the conflict. The siege is remembered as a symbol of Protestant resistance, shaping religious and political divisions in Ireland for centuries to come.