Patrick Mannix

Author, Historian, Educator

From Historic Landmarks to the Lecture Hall – Sharing Ireland’s History Through Research, Education and Public Engagement

Patrick Mannix - Author, Historian, Educator

Books

The Belligerent Prelate

An Alliance between Archbishop Daniel Mannix and Eamon de Valera

This book is an examination and evaluation from a historical perspective of the alliance that was established and forged between the former Taoiseach and President of Ireland, Eamon de Valera, and the former President of Maynooth and Archbishop of Melbourne, Australia, Dr Daniel Mannix. The book explores how their bond aided Ireland’s push for independence and why Mannix, once revered, became an isolated figure after 1925.

The Belligerent Prelate: An Alliance Between Archbishop Daniel Mannix and Eamon de Valera - Paperback Book by author Patrick Mannix

About me

I'm Patrick

I am a historian, author, educator, and speaker dedicated to bringing the vibrant, complex stories of Irish history to life.

Combining academic expertise with hands-on experience at Ireland’s leading historic sites, I make history engaging, accessible, and relevant for modern audiences.

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My Academic Qualifications

Research Master’s in History and a Professional Master’s in Education, combining academic expertise with a passion for sharing Ireland’s past.

My Services

Available for public talks, guided walking tours and bespoke historical research, tailored for communities, schools, organisations and private groups.

My Professional Experience

Professional experience at Kilmainham Gaol, Kilkenny Castle and the Houses of the Oireachtas, bringing history to life through authentic heritage interpretation.

Writings & Blog

Baying for blood: The assassination attempt on the First Duke of Ormonde

This article will provide a chronological account of the most audacious assassination attempt in seventeenth century Britain, the attempt on...

Catch 22 – Archbishop Mannix and his involvement in the Anglo-Irish Truce Negotiations of 1920

This article will focus on the role of Archbishop Daniel Mannix in the Anglo-Irish truce negotiations of December 1920....

The Evacuation of Kilmainham Gaol 1910

This article discusses the evacuation of Kilmainham Gaol in 1910. What if Kilmainham Gaol would suddenly vanish from the public’s...

Beware of the Risen People – The Story of the Easter Rising

And I say to my people’s masters: Beware Beware of the thing that is coming, beware of the risen people...

From Strongbow to the I.R.A – The siege of Kilkenny Castle

This article will discuss the events of the siege of Kilkenny Castle in May 1922. By analysing contemporary newspaper accounts,...