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A Long and Illustrious History

What was the Pale in medieval Ireland?

AA fence built by the English around Dublin
BAn area around Dublin controlled by the English, within which English rule was enforced
CA pale (light-coloured) section of Irish coastline
DA treaty between England and Ireland

Explanation

The Pale was the area around Dublin that came under English control in the Middle Ages. The English first went to Ireland to help an Irish king and stayed to build their own settlements.

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