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School: Mágh, Leacht Uí Chonchobhair (roll number 4951)

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Maigh Mhór, Co. an Chláir
Teacher:
Risteárd Mac Risteáird
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0622, Page 006

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  2. Moy Castle

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    Long ago a man (probably an O'Brien) lived in Moy Castle. He was a very brave Chieftain and one day he went with his supporters to a battle at Doagh near Lahinch.
    On going, he locked his wife and three children behind an iron door in cellar of the Castle. He did this for fear of their being attached during is absence. He was killed in the battle and it is said the iron door was never opened since.
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    In 1924 the local Volunteers made an effort to excavate the underground compartment and
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