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Aodh Ruadh Ó Domhnaill anglicised as either Hugh Roe O’Donnell or Red Hugh O’Donnell (1572 – 10 September 1602) was An Ó Domhnaill (The O’Donnell) and Rí (king) of Dun na nGall (anglicised Donegal now known as County Donegal). He led a rebellion against English government in Ireland from 1593 and helped to lead the Nine Years’ War (a revolt against English occupation) from 1595 to 1603. He is sometimes also known as Aodh Ruadh II or Red Hugh II especially within County Donegal.

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active years end year
1602-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
active years start year
1587-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
birth date
1572-10-30
birth place
Lifford
death date
1602-09-10
death place
Simancas, Valladolid
parent
Aodh mac Maghnusa Ó Domhnaill
place of burial
Franciscan, Valladolid
predecessor
Aodh mac Maghnusa Ó Domhnaill
successor
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title
Ruler of Tyrconnell

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