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.
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.
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.
5. Dublin’s Temple Bar district is renowned for its vibrant nightlife, with numerous pubs, restaurants, and cultural venues.
FREE PRESS: Sean’s Bar, located in Athlone, Ireland, holds the distinction of being the oldest pub in Ireland, with a history dating back over 1,000 years. According to historical records and archaeological evidence, the establishment was originally built in the 10th century, and situated along the ancient route […]
From that day to this Irish women were and remain wild and fearless, willing to go to lengths as great as any man for victory, or even greater in some cases.
Despite being one of the world’s smallest nations the Irish presence in the world of rich and influential people punches well above its weight.
When time and distance separate us, Then you will find the spirit of our togetherness, In a glass of wine. My darling, Make it a long-stemmed glass, To remind you that even the minute apart is the longest one. Fill it to its very brim to symbolize, The […]
I BURIED FATHER’S HEART TONIGHT ‘ There’s a little glen in Ireland, Where I buried Father’s heart, It always beat for Ireland, When the world was torn apart, The fabric of our nation, Was rent and scattered seed, Then hearts that bled for Ireland, On foreign fields would […]
It is a bit early to be celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day but such is the Irish presence on the world stage it seems every day is an occasion for Irish celebration. Despite being one of the world’s smallest nations the Irish presence punches well above its weight. Ireland […]
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