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Although characterized as the stereotypical damsel, Olga appears boring in comparison to Tatyana.

Tyrone’s rebellion causes the overthrowing of Munster plantation. (Maley, 73)

Spenser accompanies Grey on military expedition to Dingle, County Kerry to engage with the Papal forces ensconced in the fort of Dunanoir—The Golden Fort—at Smerwick. (Maley, 14) "We can be sure that Spenser was with him, as there are…

A letter from Sir Thomas Norris, James Goold, and George Thornton to the Privy Council mentions Irish forces marching on Arlo, meaning Spenser’s estate is threatened. Hadfield mentions that “this intelligence had been ignored by the Dublin…

Spenser and English forces reach Smerwick. (Maley, 14)

October 26: Spenser receives grant for Kilcolman. (Burlinson and Zurcher, 234; Judson 128)

From Dublin Castle, Lord Deputy Perrot writes to the Privy Council, listing castles to be fortified, including Kilcolman. (Maley, 40)