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Famine Lessons: Ireland and European Union Aid Education and Heritage

Famine Lessons: Ireland and European Union Aid, Education, and Heritage

IA Newsletter May 6, 2023

April 27, 2022 by Leave a Comment

The Irish Heritage Trust, National Famine Museum, Strokestown Park, and Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens have released Famine Lessons: Ireland and European Union Aid, Education, and Heritage to mark the 50th anniversary of Ireland's accession to the EU. The film explores and raises awareness about key EU-funded programmes in Ireland such as the European Heritage … [Read more...] about Famine Lessons: Ireland and European Union Aid, Education, and Heritage

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