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School: Drogheda, Christian Bros. (roll number 16718)

Location:
Drogheda, Co. Louth
Teacher:
Br. Ó Reachtabhair
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0679, Page 310

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    There is an old fort situated on the land of Mr Gradwell near Dowth. The name of it is Rathsesskin Fort. It is built on a hill and is of a round shape. It is fenced round the sides by trees and bushes. It is supposed that it was built by the Danes or some of the early people who inhabited Ireland. It is said that some people who were passing one night heard music playing in the fort. It is also said that a light was seen and fairies dancing round it.
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. place-space-environment
      1. legendary and spiritual places (~158)
        1. fairy forts (~5,616)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Kevin Hand
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Ballinacrad, Co. Meath
    Informant
    Mrs Hannraty
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Ballinacrad, Co. Meath