Medieval settlement hierarchy in Carlow and the ‘Carlow Corridor’ 1200-1550 (original) (raw)

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This paper explores the medieval settlement hierarchy in Carlow and the surrounding ‘Carlow Corridor’ from 1200 to 1550. It examines the roles of castles as administrative hubs within lordships and their significance in local governance and revenue collection. The research highlights the interdependencies between castles and manors and uses documentary evidence to trace patterns of settlement and land use over the centuries.

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