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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:

Cuchulainn
Cumhail
Finn mac Cumhail
Oisin

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

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

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