Crimthann Coscrach ("the victorious"),[1] son of Fedlimid Fortrén, son ofFergus Fortamail, was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, aHigh King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor,Énna Aignech, and ruled for four or seven years, after which he was killed byRudraige mac Sithrigi. TheLebor Gabála Érenn synchronises his reign with that ofPtolemy VIII Physcon inEgypt (145–116 BC).[2] The chronology ofGeoffrey Keating'sForas Feasa ar Éirinn dates his reign to 191–184 BC,[3] that of theAnnals of the Four Masters to 293–289 BC.[4]
| Preceded by | High King of Ireland LGE 2nd century BC FFE 191–184 BC AFM 293–289 BC | Succeeded by |
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