Battle of the Boyne
Guide to the date, history, cultural origins and celebration traditions of Battle of the Boyne in United Kingdom.
History & Origins of Battle of the Boyne
The Battle of the Boyne, observed primarily in Northern Ireland on July 12th, commemorates the historic battle fought in July 1690 along the River Boyne. The Protestant King William III (William of Orange) defeated the Catholic King James II, securing the Protestant ascendancy in Ireland and cementing the English constitutional settlement of 1689.
How It Is Observed & Celebrated
It is celebrated by the Orange Institution and unionist communities with massive street marches featuring marching bands, orange banners, and traditional 'Lambeg' drums. Large community bonfires are lit on the eve of the holiday ('Eleventh Night').
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