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Gabrán mac Domangairt

501 – 560

King of Dál Riata in the mid-6th century

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About Gabrán mac Domangairt

Lived 501 – 560 (aged 58–59). Gabrán mac Domangairt was a monarch.

Gabrán mac Domangairt (Old Welsh: Gawran map Dinwarch ) or Gabrán the Traitor (Gwran Wradouc

The historical evidence for Gabrán is limited to the notice of his death in the Irish and Welsh annals. It is possible that Gabrán's death should be linked to a migration or flight from Bridei mac Maelchon, but this may be no more than coincidence.

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Important facts

Born
501
Birth century
6th century
Died
560
Occupation
Monarch
Nationality
Dál Riata
Positions held
List of kings of Dál Riata
Also known as
Gawran map Dinwarch, Gabrán the Traitor, Gwran Wradouc, Goranus, Gabran mac Domangairt, Gabran the Traitor

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gabrán mac Domangairt?

King of Dál Riata in the mid-6th century

When was Gabrán mac Domangairt born?

Gabrán mac Domangairt was born in 501.

When did Gabrán mac Domangairt die?

Gabrán mac Domangairt died in 560.

What was Gabrán mac Domangairt's occupation?

Gabrán mac Domangairt was a monarch.

What nationality was Gabrán mac Domangairt?

Gabrán mac Domangairt's recorded nationality: Dál Riata.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gabrán mac Domangairt

· Wikidata: Q375287

· DBpedia: Gabrán mac Domangairt

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