Did you know?
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Armagh hosted the first-ever All-Ireland Road Bowls Championship in 1963. Armagh’s Danny McPartland was the winner, beating Derry Kenny of Cork on the final shot by just 11 yards.
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In July 1926 William McCrea, a farmer from Loughgall, claimed to have reached the grand old age of 107.
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In 1894 there was concern about a marked increase in the prevalence of lunacy in Armagh.
It was suggested that one of the causes was drinking poor-quality tea.
Here you will find out about Armagh’s history, its proud sporting heritage, its castles and great houses, and its famous men and women. You will also glimpse a darker side to Armagh’s past through tales of poverty, famine and tragedy.
From quaint villages to bustling towns, this book takes you on a journey through the Orchard County and its vibrant past.
A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of this ancient county.
| Format |
Häftad |
| Språk |
Engelska |
| Utgivningsdatum |
2026-06-11 |
| ISBN |
9781837052622 |
