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Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind

d. 678

7th-century Irish monarch

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About Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind

Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind was a king.

Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind (died 678) was a King of Munster from the Eóganacht Chaisil branch of the Eoganachta. He was the son of Faílbe Flann mac Áedo Duib (d.639), a previous king. He succeeded Cathal Cú-cen-máthair mac Cathail as king in 665. The annals mention no details of his reign. His known son was named Nad Froích.

He is also a prominent character in the Sister Fidelma mystery series written by Peter Tremayne.

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Important facts

Died
678
Occupation
King
Positions held
King of Munster
Also known as
Colgu mac Failbe Flaind

Frequently asked questions

Who was Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind?

7th-century Irish monarch

When did Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind die?

Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind died in 678.

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Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind was a king.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind

· Wikidata: Q2982542

· DBpedia: Colgú mac Faílbe Flaind

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