School: Ballyconnell (B.)

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Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan
Teacher:
James Mulligan
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  1. In Penal Days.
    In penal days Mass was said in Aughrim. The Priest used to say Mass in one of the caves. There is still the trace of an old altar. One man used to keep guard while the Priest was saying Mass. When the soldiers were coming the Priest and people would hide in the cave.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Topics
    1. time
      1. historical periods by name (~25)
        1. penal times (~4,335)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Mrs Maguire
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Snugborough, Co. Cavan