An English writer of the time noted "The Ancient Red Hand of Ulster, the bloody Red Hand, a terrible cognizance! And in allusion to that terrible cognizance—the battle cry of Lamh dearg abu!"
An English writer from the time noted the "Ancient Red Hand of Ulster," which was known as the "bloody Red Hand." This phrase evoked a sense of dread and fear. The author's reference to this terrifying symbol is connected to the battle cry, "Lamh dearg abu!"