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The precise location of Knockardnegallagh Castle within the townland of Knock has not been identified. Two tower house-like structures (LI005-063----) are depicted in the townland of 'Knockardnegallagh' on the 17th century Down Survey map of the Barony of North Liberties (Hib. Reg.). Knockardnegallagh Castle described by Westropp (1906-7, 81-2) as following; '1614 Ardnegallagh and other lands held from the Corporation by T. Comyn (Inq. Exch.). 1655 Two peel towers marked at Knockardnegal (Petty 63). Cnockardnegalliagh held by Bart. Stacpole and Jas. White (C.S., xxviii., p. 81).
See attached 1657 Down Survey barony map of North Liberties (Hib. Reg.) showing two castles in the townland of Knockardnegal
Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien
Date of upload: 10 January 2020
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