A Relation of the sundry occurrences in Ireland from the fleet of ships set out by the adventurers of the additionall forces by sea.: With the names of the ships, and the commanders of them, and their severall burdens, and number of men in every ship. Also the names of the commanders of the land-forces, under the command of the Right Honorable Robert Lord Brooke, all set out by the said adventurers, also a true copy, of most wicked verses written in forme of a ballad, defying the English, being found in a rebels pocket, and sent among other papers to the adventurers. Hereunto is added, the true copy of a letter sent from Colonell Goring to his Majesty, which letter was intercepted by the way, and now published.

Brave newes from Ireland:: of a remarkable battle fought by the trained band of the citie of Dublin, against six regiments of the rebels, capta[i]n Hursey being chief commander, Feb. the 5, 1641. Which battle has caused many of the rebels to revolt to the Protestants. With, the description of a valiant battle, performed by Captain Maggay, on the sixth of Feb. against divers of the rebels in the harbor of Dublin, with many other remarkable passages, and renowned exploits by the English Protestatns [sic] the last two weeks. As it was taken out of a letter sent to the Lady Knevit dwelling in Lincolns-Inne fields. Feb. 7. 1641. Here also is related the great overthrow given to Captain Maggrave by the English, with the number of them that were slain. Brought over the last post, being the latest newes which came from Ireland. Whereunto is annexed, a petition which came from Ireland.

Hursey, Roger.

[8] p.Letter signed: Roger Hursey.Signatures: A⁴.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

Dvblin, Febr. 7, 1641, or, The last true newes from Ireland written in a letter sent from Thomas Lancton, chief clarke unto Sir Charles Coote, chiefe commander of His Majesties infantry in Dublin.

Lancton, Thomas.
Coote, Charles, Sir, d. 1642.

January 1641

[7] p.Reproduction of original in Thomason Collection, British Library.(from t.p.) "1. How 200 Rebel...

True newes from our navie, now at sea: shewing the most remarkable passages there since His Excellency the Earl of Warwicks departure thence, including these particulars. Namely, the taking of a ship neere to Silley, laden with ammunition from Saint Maloes, and bound for Sir Ralph Hopton in Cornwall. The intercepting divers letters, from the malignant fugitives, to divers in the Kings army. The taking two Turks men of warre, being Argier pirates, neere unto our coast. The surprising of two vessels, laden with ammunition, and some Irish friars, bound for Ireland: with sundry other passages.

January 1642

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Novemb: 24".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The newest proceedings in Ireland: being a true discovery of a famous victory obtained against the rebels by the Vice-President of Munster, where the great Oneale was put to flight, and forced to put himselfe into the habit of a common souldier, to save himselfe from the fury of the English. Also true information from the ships which ride before Galway, wherein is manifested a true relation how certain ships from Spaine laden with ammunition, made an attempt to land, but were pursued by the said ships, and forced to strike into a small creek, where they stuck fast, and were taken by the English. Likewise the true proceedings of the Scotish forces in the north parts of Ireland. With a true information that many of the Irish commanders have left their service in Ireland, and are come for England: namely, the Lord Grendison, Captain Bartlet, and Captain Gibson, with many others: also how the officers now resident in Ireland have all this summer been backward to oppose the rebels, pretending that they are commanded so to do. Being the copie of a letter sent to J. R. a merchant in Bishops Gate Street, and now published to prevent false copies.

October 1642

[2], 6 p.Place of publication from Wing.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A great victory at sea against the Irish rebels, by Captaine Robert Dare commander of the English:: where were taken the Earle of Antrim his great ship, 22 peeces of ordnance, 3 barrels of gun-powder, 100 muskets, ... 25 of Captain Dares men slain, and sore wounded.

Moore, Francis, d. 1662.

January 1648

[2], 6 p."The copy of a letter sent from Cork in Ireland", p. 3-5, signed: Francis More.Annotation o...

An order from the Commitee, that eleven thousand three hundred horse should be conducted by Sir Simon Harecolt into Ireland. As also, letters read in the Parliament, sent from the Mayre of Dublin and other justices of the peace, how Tredagl is besieged and Dublin in great feare of the rebels. As likewise the Spanish fleet overthrown in the sea, going to assist the rebels in Ireland. In a relation of a great uumber [sic] of Spaniards that were resolved to go into Ireland, and helpe the rebels to persecute the Protestants there more cruelly. Being the just judgement of God on those bloudy minded tyrants, shewing how in a suddaine tempest they were all drowned in the devouring sea. With the copy of a letter sent from the Spanish fleet to the Lord Donmadoffe the arch-rebel in Ireland.

England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1642

[8] p.First part noted in ms. on title page as "wanting"; actually bound after "The Spanish fleet ov...

The Earl of Glamorgans negotiations and colourable commitment in Ireland demonstrated: or the Irish plot for bringing ten thousand men and arms into England, whereof three hundred to be for Prince Charls's lifeguard. Discovered in several letters taken in a packet-boat by Sir Tho: Fairfax forces at Padstow in Cornwal. Which letters were cast into the sea, and by the sea coming in, afterwards regained. And were read in the Honorable House of Commons. Together with divers other letters taken by Captain Moulton at sea near Milford-Haven coming out of Ireland, concerning the same plot and negotiation. Ordered by the Commons assembled in Parliament, that these letters be forthwith printed and published. H. Elsynge, Cler. Parl. D. Com.

Worcester, Edward Somerset, Marquis of, 1601-1667.
England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.

35, [1] p.Wing has publication year 1645[6]; Thomason catalogue lists under 1646.Reproduction of the...

A true relation of the passages of Gods providence in a voyage for Ireland. With the additionall forces sent for reducing of that kingdome by His Maiesie [sic], and Paliament [sic]. Wherein every daye worke is set downe faithfully by H. P. an eye-witnesse thereof, under the command of Alexander L. Forbes, Lieutenant General under the L. Brooke for that service; from the 29. of June to the 29. of September. 1642. Likewise, severall observations concerning that kingdome, and the warres there; as also, the interception of the enemies letters. It is ordered by the committe of the Commons House of Parliament concerning printing this 20. day of Octob. 1642. that this booke intituled, A true relation of the passages of Gods providence in a voyage for Ireland, be forthwith printed and published. Iohn White.

Peters, Hugh, 1598-1660.
England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.

5, 4-21, [5] p.H.P. = Hugh Peters.Annotation on Thomason copy: "noeumb: 18th".Reproduction of the or...

Good nevves from Ireland, and from the Irish Seas, or, A true relation how Sir Henry Titchburne slew 800 of the rebels before Tredarth and tooke 50 fryers and priests prisoners [electronic resource] : also a relation of a sea-fight fought betweene the Scots and five Spanish ships which came to assist the rebels in Ireland. Where 4 of the Spanish ships were taken by the Scots and the 5th sunke, all which were laden with armour and other provision for warre. [Br]ought over by the last post from Ireland, Ianuary 31, 1641.

Place and date of publication suggested by Wing (2nd ed., 1994).Wing, D.G. Short-title catalogue of ...

A great fight in Ireland between the Lord Lievt. Cromwels forces and the Lord Inchequeens army neer Washford, the number killed and taken prisoners, Col Trevor wounded, and the Lord Inchequeens colours taken General Oneal dead, and the Lord Lievt. drawing away his forces from besieging Duncanon, also the taking of Capt. Plunkets ship with 36 pieces of ordnance with four other ships of a great value, and the manner of Capt. Plunckets escape for his life in a long-boat. Together with a letter of news concerning Col. King, and Col. Johnston, and sixty sail of ships with soldiers, going for Scotland, with the reason and uncertrinty [sic] of that report.

January 1649

[2], 6 p.Consists of 4 letters dated 14 to 24 of November, 1649.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nou. 2...

A True relation of the proceedings of Colonell Langharne, and others, in the County of Pembrooke, against the Earle of Carbery and his forces.: Together with the names of the ships appointed by the right Honourable Robert Earle of Warwick, for the guarding of the coasts of Ireland. With a schedule of the prisoners of note and quality, with the ordnance and armes, together with the ships there taken. Attested under the hand of Captaine Richard Swanley Reare Admirall. Printed according to Order.

Swanley, Richard, d. 1650.

January 1644

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aprill 12th".Reproduction of the original in the British Libr...

A letter from Captaine Richard Svvanley, to the Right Honourable, the Earl of Warwick.: Being a full relation of the taking of the towne and castle of Cardigan in Wales, by Major Generall Laugharne, with above an hundred commanders and common souldiers, and all the arms and ammunition therein. Also the taking of the Irish commissioners at sea (that were going from the King in to Ireland) by Capt. Coachman, who are to be sent up to the Parliament; a list of whose names are here inserted. Published by Authority.

Swanley, Richard, d. 1650.

January 1645

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: the 5 in imprint date is crossed out and altered to 1644; "Jan...

A true relation of the late occurrences in Ireland in two letters; one brought over by a noble gentleman, Sir Hards Waller, of a sharpe skirmish there happened the 29. of Iune last, betwixt the Right Honourable the Lord Inchguin, Captain William Jephton, and Sir William Courtney, of the English party, and the rebels on the other side in the province of Munster, dated from Ireland the 8. of this instant Iuly. The other dated the fourth of Iulie from I.H. to his uncle W.E. wherein relation is made of three severall defeats given to the rebels by the Lord of Kelonmikie, the Lord of Broughall, and others. With the taking of 6. ensignes, 8. drums, and armes for 500. men, with great store of bootie.

Waller, Hardress, Sir, 1604?-1666?
I. H.

[2], 4 [i.e. 5], [1] p.Page 5 is misnumbered 4.Reproductions of the originals in the Cambridge Unive...

The last joyfull newes from Ireland being the copies of two severall letters sent from Dublin the 28 of Aprill, 1642 to a noble person in this city : being the relation of a renowned victory obtained against 12000 rebels under the command of the Lord Mantgarret and the lords of the Pale where divers of the rebels were slaine and but 40 English : this victory was obtained by these worthy champions, the Earle of Ormond, Sir Charles Coate, Captaine Skoute, Captain Lucas : likewise the names of the chiefe commanders of the rebels that were taken and lost their heads, Colonell Arthur Cavenaough, the Lord Montgarrets sonne, Colonell Sutton, Colonell Birne : also a true intelligence of an English ship taken at Galwdy with 8 peeces of ordance and other munition with the surprisall of the Lord Montgarrets wagons with great store of victuall and munition : whereunto is annexed an order of the House of Commons for the providing for the souldiers imployed in the Irish Warres.

P. R.

January 1642

[8] p.England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.Signed: P. R.Reproduction of original in Hunti...

A true relation of the plot discovered in Ireland, and rising of the papists there, truly declared by a letter sent from one of the aldermen in Dublin: shewing how far they have proceeded in their rebellion, and the townes and castles they have taken. With a proclamation published there for the suppression of the rebells and prevention of further mischiefe. Lately printed at Dublin by command of the Lords Iustices, and the rest of his Majesties privy counsell. And now reprinted and sold by B. W.

W. B., Alderman in Dublin.
Ireland. Lords Justices and Council.

[6] p.Letter signed : W. B.Originally published : Dublin, 1641?.Signatures: A³.Imprint from colophon...

Brave newes from Ireland:: of a remarkable battle fought by the trained band of the citie of Dublin, against six regiments of the rebels, capta[i]n Hursey being chief commander, Feb. the 5, 1641. Which battle has caused many of the rebels to revolt to the Protestants. With, the description of a valiant battle, performed by Captain Maggay, on the sixth of Feb. against divers of the rebels in the harbor of Dublin, with many other remarkable passages, and renowned exploits by the English Protestatns [sic] the last two weeks. As it was taken out of a letter sent to the Lady Knevit dwelling in Lincolns-Inne fields. Feb. 7. 1641. Here also is related the great overthrow given to Captain Maggrave by the English, with the number of them that were slain. Brought over the last post, being the latest newes which came from Ireland. Whereunto is annexed, a petition which came from Ireland.

Hursey, Roger.

[8] p.Letter signed: Roger Hursey.Signatures: A⁴.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

Dvblin, Febr. 7, 1641, or, The last true newes from Ireland written in a letter sent from Thomas Lancton, chief clarke unto Sir Charles Coote, chiefe commander of His Majesties infantry in Dublin.

Lancton, Thomas.
Coote, Charles, Sir, d. 1642.

January 1641

[7] p.Reproduction of original in Thomason Collection, British Library.(from t.p.) "1. How 200 Rebel...

True newes from our navie, now at sea: shewing the most remarkable passages there since His Excellency the Earl of Warwicks departure thence, including these particulars. Namely, the taking of a ship neere to Silley, laden with ammunition from Saint Maloes, and bound for Sir Ralph Hopton in Cornwall. The intercepting divers letters, from the malignant fugitives, to divers in the Kings army. The taking two Turks men of warre, being Argier pirates, neere unto our coast. The surprising of two vessels, laden with ammunition, and some Irish friars, bound for Ireland: with sundry other passages.

January 1642

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Novemb: 24".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

The newest proceedings in Ireland: being a true discovery of a famous victory obtained against the rebels by the Vice-President of Munster, where the great Oneale was put to flight, and forced to put himselfe into the habit of a common souldier, to save himselfe from the fury of the English. Also true information from the ships which ride before Galway, wherein is manifested a true relation how certain ships from Spaine laden with ammunition, made an attempt to land, but were pursued by the said ships, and forced to strike into a small creek, where they stuck fast, and were taken by the English. Likewise the true proceedings of the Scotish forces in the north parts of Ireland. With a true information that many of the Irish commanders have left their service in Ireland, and are come for England: namely, the Lord Grendison, Captain Bartlet, and Captain Gibson, with many others: also how the officers now resident in Ireland have all this summer been backward to oppose the rebels, pretending that they are commanded so to do. Being the copie of a letter sent to J. R. a merchant in Bishops Gate Street, and now published to prevent false copies.

October 1642

[2], 6 p.Place of publication from Wing.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

A great victory at sea against the Irish rebels, by Captaine Robert Dare commander of the English:: where were taken the Earle of Antrim his great ship, 22 peeces of ordnance, 3 barrels of gun-powder, 100 muskets, ... 25 of Captain Dares men slain, and sore wounded.

Moore, Francis, d. 1662.

January 1648

[2], 6 p."The copy of a letter sent from Cork in Ireland", p. 3-5, signed: Francis More.Annotation o...

An order from the Commitee, that eleven thousand three hundred horse should be conducted by Sir Simon Harecolt into Ireland. As also, letters read in the Parliament, sent from the Mayre of Dublin and other justices of the peace, how Tredagl is besieged and Dublin in great feare of the rebels. As likewise the Spanish fleet overthrown in the sea, going to assist the rebels in Ireland. In a relation of a great uumber [sic] of Spaniards that were resolved to go into Ireland, and helpe the rebels to persecute the Protestants there more cruelly. Being the just judgement of God on those bloudy minded tyrants, shewing how in a suddaine tempest they were all drowned in the devouring sea. With the copy of a letter sent from the Spanish fleet to the Lord Donmadoffe the arch-rebel in Ireland.

England and Wales. Parliament.

January 1642

[8] p.First part noted in ms. on title page as "wanting"; actually bound after "The Spanish fleet ov...

The Earl of Glamorgans negotiations and colourable commitment in Ireland demonstrated: or the Irish plot for bringing ten thousand men and arms into England, whereof three hundred to be for Prince Charls's lifeguard. Discovered in several letters taken in a packet-boat by Sir Tho: Fairfax forces at Padstow in Cornwal. Which letters were cast into the sea, and by the sea coming in, afterwards regained. And were read in the Honorable House of Commons. Together with divers other letters taken by Captain Moulton at sea near Milford-Haven coming out of Ireland, concerning the same plot and negotiation. Ordered by the Commons assembled in Parliament, that these letters be forthwith printed and published. H. Elsynge, Cler. Parl. D. Com.

Worcester, Edward Somerset, Marquis of, 1601-1667.
England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.

35, [1] p.Wing has publication year 1645[6]; Thomason catalogue lists under 1646.Reproduction of the...

A true relation of the passages of Gods providence in a voyage for Ireland. With the additionall forces sent for reducing of that kingdome by His Maiesie [sic], and Paliament [sic]. Wherein every daye worke is set downe faithfully by H. P. an eye-witnesse thereof, under the command of Alexander L. Forbes, Lieutenant General under the L. Brooke for that service; from the 29. of June to the 29. of September. 1642. Likewise, severall observations concerning that kingdome, and the warres there; as also, the interception of the enemies letters. It is ordered by the committe of the Commons House of Parliament concerning printing this 20. day of Octob. 1642. that this booke intituled, A true relation of the passages of Gods providence in a voyage for Ireland, be forthwith printed and published. Iohn White.

Peters, Hugh, 1598-1660.
England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.

5, 4-21, [5] p.H.P. = Hugh Peters.Annotation on Thomason copy: "noeumb: 18th".Reproduction of the or...

Good nevves from Ireland, and from the Irish Seas, or, A true relation how Sir Henry Titchburne slew 800 of the rebels before Tredarth and tooke 50 fryers and priests prisoners [electronic resource] : also a relation of a sea-fight fought betweene the Scots and five Spanish ships which came to assist the rebels in Ireland. Where 4 of the Spanish ships were taken by the Scots and the 5th sunke, all which were laden with armour and other provision for warre. [Br]ought over by the last post from Ireland, Ianuary 31, 1641.

Place and date of publication suggested by Wing (2nd ed., 1994).Wing, D.G. Short-title catalogue of ...

A great fight in Ireland between the Lord Lievt. Cromwels forces and the Lord Inchequeens army neer Washford, the number killed and taken prisoners, Col Trevor wounded, and the Lord Inchequeens colours taken General Oneal dead, and the Lord Lievt. drawing away his forces from besieging Duncanon, also the taking of Capt. Plunkets ship with 36 pieces of ordnance with four other ships of a great value, and the manner of Capt. Plunckets escape for his life in a long-boat. Together with a letter of news concerning Col. King, and Col. Johnston, and sixty sail of ships with soldiers, going for Scotland, with the reason and uncertrinty [sic] of that report.

January 1649

[2], 6 p.Consists of 4 letters dated 14 to 24 of November, 1649.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Nou. 2...

A True relation of the proceedings of Colonell Langharne, and others, in the County of Pembrooke, against the Earle of Carbery and his forces.: Together with the names of the ships appointed by the right Honourable Robert Earle of Warwick, for the guarding of the coasts of Ireland. With a schedule of the prisoners of note and quality, with the ordnance and armes, together with the ships there taken. Attested under the hand of Captaine Richard Swanley Reare Admirall. Printed according to Order.

Swanley, Richard, d. 1650.

January 1644

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Aprill 12th".Reproduction of the original in the British Libr...

A letter from Captaine Richard Svvanley, to the Right Honourable, the Earl of Warwick.: Being a full relation of the taking of the towne and castle of Cardigan in Wales, by Major Generall Laugharne, with above an hundred commanders and common souldiers, and all the arms and ammunition therein. Also the taking of the Irish commissioners at sea (that were going from the King in to Ireland) by Capt. Coachman, who are to be sent up to the Parliament; a list of whose names are here inserted. Published by Authority.

Swanley, Richard, d. 1650.

January 1645

[2], 6 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: the 5 in imprint date is crossed out and altered to 1644; "Jan...

A true relation of the late occurrences in Ireland in two letters; one brought over by a noble gentleman, Sir Hards Waller, of a sharpe skirmish there happened the 29. of Iune last, betwixt the Right Honourable the Lord Inchguin, Captain William Jephton, and Sir William Courtney, of the English party, and the rebels on the other side in the province of Munster, dated from Ireland the 8. of this instant Iuly. The other dated the fourth of Iulie from I.H. to his uncle W.E. wherein relation is made of three severall defeats given to the rebels by the Lord of Kelonmikie, the Lord of Broughall, and others. With the taking of 6. ensignes, 8. drums, and armes for 500. men, with great store of bootie.

Waller, Hardress, Sir, 1604?-1666?
I. H.

[2], 4 [i.e. 5], [1] p.Page 5 is misnumbered 4.Reproductions of the originals in the Cambridge Unive...

The last joyfull newes from Ireland being the copies of two severall letters sent from Dublin the 28 of Aprill, 1642 to a noble person in this city : being the relation of a renowned victory obtained against 12000 rebels under the command of the Lord Mantgarret and the lords of the Pale where divers of the rebels were slaine and but 40 English : this victory was obtained by these worthy champions, the Earle of Ormond, Sir Charles Coate, Captaine Skoute, Captain Lucas : likewise the names of the chiefe commanders of the rebels that were taken and lost their heads, Colonell Arthur Cavenaough, the Lord Montgarrets sonne, Colonell Sutton, Colonell Birne : also a true intelligence of an English ship taken at Galwdy with 8 peeces of ordance and other munition with the surprisall of the Lord Montgarrets wagons with great store of victuall and munition : whereunto is annexed an order of the House of Commons for the providing for the souldiers imployed in the Irish Warres.

P. R.

January 1642

[8] p.England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons.Signed: P. R.Reproduction of original in Hunti...

A true relation of the plot discovered in Ireland, and rising of the papists there, truly declared by a letter sent from one of the aldermen in Dublin: shewing how far they have proceeded in their rebellion, and the townes and castles they have taken. With a proclamation published there for the suppression of the rebells and prevention of further mischiefe. Lately printed at Dublin by command of the Lords Iustices, and the rest of his Majesties privy counsell. And now reprinted and sold by B. W.

W. B., Alderman in Dublin.
Ireland. Lords Justices and Council.

[6] p.Letter signed : W. B.Originally published : Dublin, 1641?.Signatures: A³.Imprint from colophon...

Brave newes from Ireland:: of a remarkable battle fought by the trained band of the citie of Dublin, against six regiments of the rebels, capta[i]n Hursey being chief commander, Feb. the 5, 1641. Which battle has caused many of the rebels to revolt to the Protestants. With, the description of a valiant battle, performed by Captain Maggay, on the sixth of Feb. against divers of the rebels in the harbor of Dublin, with many other remarkable passages, and renowned exploits by the English Protestatns [sic] the last two weeks. As it was taken out of a letter sent to the Lady Knevit dwelling in Lincolns-Inne fields. Feb. 7. 1641. Here also is related the great overthrow given to Captain Maggrave by the English, with the number of them that were slain. Brought over the last post, being the latest newes which came from Ireland. Whereunto is annexed, a petition which came from Ireland.

Hursey, Roger.

[8] p.Letter signed: Roger Hursey.Signatures: A⁴.Reproduction of the original in the British Library

Dvblin, Febr. 7, 1641, or, The last true newes from Ireland written in a letter sent from Thomas Lancton, chief clarke unto Sir Charles Coote, chiefe commander of His Majesties infantry in Dublin.

Lancton, Thomas.
Coote, Charles, Sir, d. 1642.

January 1641

[7] p.Reproduction of original in Thomason Collection, British Library.(from t.p.) "1. How 200 Rebel...

True newes from our navie, now at sea: shewing the most remarkable passages there since His Excellency the Earl of Warwicks departure thence, including these particulars. Namely, the taking of a ship neere to Silley, laden with ammunition from Saint Maloes, and bound for Sir Ralph Hopton in Cornwall. The intercepting divers letters, from the malignant fugitives, to divers in the Kings army. The taking two Turks men of warre, being Argier pirates, neere unto our coast. The surprising of two vessels, laden with ammunition, and some Irish friars, bound for Ireland: with sundry other passages.

January 1642

8 p.Annotation on Thomason copy: "Novemb: 24".Reproduction of the original in the British Library

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