Why this matters
Roscommon Castle was built in the late 13th century by the de Burgo family, Anglo-Norman lords who played a key role in the colonization of Connacht. It is important as a historic stronghold associated with the powerful Burke dynasty and as a symbol of medieval Norman influence in Ireland.
What is recorded here
Roscommon Castle is recorded as a castle in County Roscommon. Its open map record supplies this location and any linked names or public references.
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