THE WHITE SLAVES OF IRELAND: ENGLAND’S HIDDEN SHAME ~ VIDEO
Some were burned alive and then had their heads placed on pikes in the marketplace as a warning to other captives.
I BURIED FATHER’S HEART TONIGHT
Michael’s fervently Republican parents, Patrick Roe and Kathleen, a former Sister of Mercy at a Liverpool convent and nurse were both involved in the Republican movement. By the age of 40, Patrick had fought in four conflicts. Throughout much of the Republic, British Army posters offered a reward for Patrick Roe McLaughlin dead or alive.
THE CELTIC WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL BALLAD
‘The Celts were fearless warriors as they wish to inculcate this as one of the leading tenets. They believe that souls do not become extinct, but pass after death from one body to another.’ ~ Julius Caesar.
IRELAND – ANCIENT LAND OF MYSTERY
Ireland is known for its ancient tradition of storytelling, and the country is home to the world’s oldest continuously operating theatre, the Theatre Royal in Dublin.
YOU CAN’T UN-IRISH THE IRISH
Frustrated, O’Leary stands up, places his beer on the bar, and shouts, ‘This is ridiculous! I want to speak to the manager!’ ‘Ah, you’ve chosen the bar area,’ the bartender replies politely, ‘that’s two euros more, thank you.’
FORTY SHADES OF VERSE
Over the decades, tributes to his gifts as a poet pour in from every class, rich and poor. ‘You articulate my sentiments perfectly,’ is an expression he hears often.
THE AMAZING STORY BEHIND THE FIELDS OF ATHENRY ~ Video
In what was, perhaps, one of its most famous moments, The Fields of Athenry was sung for as long as eight minutes in the final game of Ireland’s participation in the 2012 UEFA European Football Championship, when the fans knew the team was knocked out 4-0 by Spain. It was the ultimate tribute to the tune.
Great Sayings and Stories of History
Being a traveller, I would shortlist David Livingstone and as a historian King Edward VIII and Napoleon Bonaparte. As a writer, an evening with Charles Dickens has much appeal. I can also imagine a fireside chat to understand the motivation of emperors and revolutionaries better.
THE ANCIENT GODS OF IRELAND
Imagine meeting beings who possess legendary items like the Spear of Lugh, a weapon that never misses its mark, or the Stone of Destiny, which supposedly roars for the rightful king.
Seventeen Facts You May Not Know About Dublin:
5. Dublin’s Temple Bar district is renowned for its vibrant nightlife, with numerous pubs, restaurants, and cultural venues.
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