School: Rathcarran (roll number 4370)

Location:
Ráth Chairn, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Caitlín Ní Chonnachtáin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0697, Page 248

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  3. XML “The Harp that Once Thro' Tara's Halls”
  4. XML “My Father's Oul Caubeen”

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  2. Some years ago, in fair Mayo, when I was but a boy,
    My dreams were bright, my heart was light, my hopes were full of joy.
    I thought I'd see loved Banba free from the throes of King or queen.
    By the Corrib's banks in Ireland ranks with my father's oul' caubeen.
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