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The audience at the Field Day at Sean Teach Pobal Mhuire, Na Doirí Beaga
The County Donegal Historical Society hosted a most interesting Field Day at Sean Teach Pobal Mhuire, Na Doirí Beaga on Sunday as part of their programme for Heritage Week.
Local author and historian Vincent Breslin was the tour guide for the event, where he related various stories from the local area that had gained national prominence. One such story was of the flash flood that occurred there on August 15, 1880 when the flood waters gushed through the doors of the chapel rising to a depth of 12 feet and resulted in the loss of five lives.
The death of RIC District Inspector Martin at the same location on February 3, 1889 while attempting to arrest Fr. James McFadden PP was amongst other local stories that enthralled the large attending audience.
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Vincent had a most engaging nature that brought all his stories to life, walking in the footsteps of the stories main characters, while recreating the atmosphere of the period.
The Society expressed its thanks to Vincent for a most interesting and educational afternoon that was appreciated by everyone present. The next field day of the County Donegal Historical Society will take place at Kilcar on Sunday, September 7.
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