Uploaded September 2019 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago
The myth of the Milesians, written in the Irish Book of Invasions, is a foundational legend of the Gaels and Celtic peoples of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Britain. Here is a short introduction to the Coming of the Milesians as it is portrayed in the Lebor Gabala Erenn.
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Film Clips are used under Fair Use and are derived from The Outlaw King (Netflix Original), Braveheart, Gods and Kings, The Last Warrior/The Scythian and The Celts: Blood, Iron and Sacrifice. If you enjoyed these short clips, I encourage you to watch the full length features.
Do you want to read the Book of Invasions for yourself?
Link to free downloadable resources - archive.org/search.php?query=lebor%20gabala%20erenn
Or, get a physical copy for your library from Amazon - amzn.to/2NXJyAY
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The myth of the Milesians, written in the Irish Book of Invasions, is a foundational legend of the Gaels and Celtic peoples of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Britain. Here is a short introduction to the Coming of the Milesians as it is portrayed in the Lebor Gabala Erenn.
Want to Dive Further Into Celtic Folklore and History? Support our channel with this free trial to the Great Courses Plus, where they have several courses on the History of Europe and other cultures throughout the world. - thegreatcoursesplus.7eer.net/c/1910579/366900/3896
Film Clips are used under Fair Use and are derived from The Outlaw King (Netflix Original), Braveheart, Gods and Kings, The Last Warrior/The Scythian and The Celts: Blood, Iron and Sacrifice. If you enjoyed these short clips, I encourage you to watch the full length features.
Do you want to read the Book of Invasions for yourself?
Link to free downloadable resources - archive.org/search.php?query=lebor%20gabala%20erenn
Or, get a physical copy for your library from Amazon - amzn.to/2NXJyAY
Image Attributions:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:RobertBruceAndWilliamWallace.jpg
flickr.com/photos/summonedbyfells/6800076006
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Royal_Banner_of_Scotland.svg
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Breog%C3%A1n#/media/File:Torre_de_H%C3%A9rcules_-_DivesGallaecia2012-62.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Pontic_Panorama.jpg
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Roman_Empire_125_political_map.png
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Croome_Park_Worcs_HeSn_Druid_statue_2.jpg
