Armagh comes from the Irish word Ard Macha - Macha's Height, alluding to Queen Macha who supposedly built a fortress on top of a hill. Armagh is also known as "the Orchard County" because of its success in the growth of Bramley Apples. Armagh was ruled over by the O' Neills in Medieval Times. The Battle of Benburb took place in 1646 where Owen Roe O' Neill rose up against the Armagh settlers. In 1795 the Orange Order was founded in Armagh.Armagh is located near the shores of Lough Neagh. The links on this page are all relevant to County Armagh in Northern Ireland.

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