It was one of the most tumultuous events in the recent memory of the citizens of Armagh.
Crowds filled the streets, funneling towards the city square and on to the cathedral where the majestic procession ended. The people cheered and applauded as Brian Boru and his entourage ascended the steps to the church. Armed guards and militiamen surrounded it as the King arrived to attend Mass that Sunday morning. The Bishop himself arrived to celebrate the Mass. Afterwards the King and his men met with the churchfolk, the mob outside the church straining to hear as the he addressed the assembly inside the building.
“People of Armagh,” Boru"s voice boomed across the hall. “Once again we have been called onto the field of battle as the warmongers both here and abroad have raised their swords to thr
