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Cistercian monks — from Mellifont founded 1147 by Murchad O Melaghlin, King of Meath, colonized 14 January 1147; dissolved 6 May 1536; held by John Alen, Lord Chancellor; granted to Andrew Wyse, vice-treasurer c.1552; Alexander Fitton also given as grantee; Bartholomew Dillon given as assignee; (NM)
Historical Information
Founded:1147
Dissolved:1536
Associated Saints:Murchad O Melaghlin, King of Meath
Alternative Names:
- Beatidudo Dei
- Becco Dei
- Bectiffe
- Brime
- Lie-trede