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School: Aodh Rua, Dún na nGall (roll number 13382)

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Donegal, Co. Donegal
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Séamus Mag Shamhráin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1034, Page 137

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  1. Hidden Treasure - Drumrooske

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    There is a tradition in the townland of Drumrooske that treasure is buried in the fort of Drumrooske a famous old fort which is situated about a mile and a quarter from Donegal town This fort is one of the most important forts in this part of the country and evidence of its former greatness may be seen from the great double mound which surrounds it.
    It is not surprising. then that many stories are current of hidden treasure being hidden in the fort.
    This treasure consists of gold and is estimated
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Patrick Macmullin
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Drumroosk, Co. Donegal