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Fianna

In Celtic mythology, the Fianna were Irish warriors who served the High King of Ireland. In the AD 3rd century, their adventures were recorded in the Fenian Cycle. Their last leader was Finn mac Cumhail.

Fianna:

  1. Cuchulainn
  2. Cumhail
  3. Finn mac Cumhail
  4. Oisin

Alternatives: Champions of the Red Branch, The Red Branch Knights, Fenians, Fianna Éireann

Fianna is used in the name of one of the major Irish political parties, Fianna Fáil.