A county that is rich in beauty and many historical sites.
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The third largest of Connacht’s five counties, Roscommon is also the province’s most water-logged. Three-quarters bound by fresh water, it contains the longest stretch of the River Shannon of all 10 counties through which it flows. Quiet country roads, delightful views over undulating countryside dotted with lakes, … [Read more...] about Roscommon, Part I:
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The Hungry Years
Roscommon was one of the hardest hit counties during the Famine, losing 31 percent of its population.
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In 1845, County Roscommon was one of the first counties to record the appearance of the blight in the locality. The return of the disease the following year – earlier in the season and more lethal – resulted in an immediate increase in distress. On 12 October 1846, the … [Read more...] about Roscommon, Part III:
The Hungry Years
Roscommon, Part III: The Hungry Years
Roscommon was one of the hardest hit counties during the Famine, losing 31 percent of its population. ℘℘℘ In 1845, County Roscommon was one of the first counties to record the appearance of the blight in the locality. The return of the disease the following year – earlier in the season and more lethal – resulted in an immediate increase in distress. On 12 October 1846, the … [Read more...] about Roscommon, Part III: The Hungry Years
Ireland At Christmas
Christmas the most magical time of year in Ireland, where the festive atmosphere is not to be missed. Cheerful Christmas markets spring up all across the island, traditional decoration displays are top class, and bars are bustling. Family and friends are reuniting by the crackling peat fires with a hot toddy or creamy pint. This is the perfect time of year for friends, both old … [Read more...] about Ireland At Christmas
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Irish America’s Travel Archives Are Now Live
By Irish America Staff
November 3, 2017
November 3, 2017
Irish America officially launched its travel archives today, giving you the best access to all the inspiration you need to plan your Irish getaway.
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Irish America has thrived in providing the best travel writing about Ireland since it's founding 32 years ago. Until now though, that writing has been without a dedicated home on our archives page. But today, we have compiled … [Read more...] about Weekly Comment:
Irish America’s Travel Archives Are Now Live