Tuam achieved a new importance after it became the seat of the O'Connor High Kings of Ireland in the early 11th century. The O'Connors had previously been based at Cruachain, County Roscommon.
Tuam gained prominence after becoming the headquarters of the O'Connor High Kings of Ireland in the early 11th century. The O'Connors had previously been located at Cruachain, County Roscommon.