Your Substack is so interesting Ali. Though I have Irish ancestry I know nothing about Ireland except vague details of its mythology and modern history. ☘️
Thank you, Frances! Cloughoughter was the last stronghold of the 1641 rebellion against the English that led to the years of the Confederate wars. Its an absolutely fascinating period of Irish history that is not taught or spoken of much today. Cavan was the hotbed of that rebellion, so I feel I have a strong connection to the people and the struggle of that era. Its hard to imagine now though, its so peaceful and beautiful here. I'm glad you're enjoying the stories on these pages, thank you for reading. 💕
Your Substack is so interesting Ali. Though I have Irish ancestry I know nothing about Ireland except vague details of its mythology and modern history. ☘️
Thank you, Frances! Cloughoughter was the last stronghold of the 1641 rebellion against the English that led to the years of the Confederate wars. Its an absolutely fascinating period of Irish history that is not taught or spoken of much today. Cavan was the hotbed of that rebellion, so I feel I have a strong connection to the people and the struggle of that era. Its hard to imagine now though, its so peaceful and beautiful here. I'm glad you're enjoying the stories on these pages, thank you for reading. 💕