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Áed Balb mac Indrechtaig

d. 742

King of Connacht

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About Áed Balb mac Indrechtaig

Áed Balb mac Indrechtaig (died 742) was a King of Connacht from the Uí Briúin branch of the Connachta. He was the son of Indrechtach mac Muiredaig Muillethan (died 723), a previous king. He was of the Síl Muiredaig sept of the Uí Briúin. His sobriquet Balb means "Stammerer".

Aed is mentioned as king in both the king-lists and the annals. He ruled from 735 to 742, but nothing is known of his reign.

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Important facts

Died
742
Also known as
Aed Balb mac Indrechtaig

Frequently asked questions

Who was Áed Balb mac Indrechtaig?

King of Connacht

When did Áed Balb mac Indrechtaig die?

Áed Balb mac Indrechtaig died in 742.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Áed Balb mac Indrechtaig

· Wikidata: Q6600849

· DBpedia: Áed Balb mac Indrechtaig

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