Preban: A Living Graveyard

Irish History Podcast - A podcast by Fin Dwyer

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This seven part series starting Monday August 17th, explores fascinating stories from a forgotten graveyard. Until 2010 Preban cemetery in Co Wicklow was completely overgrown and largely inaccessible. When the local community set about restoring their graveyard they discovered remarkable personal histories of their ancestors. These incude 1798 rebels, famine emigrants not to mention rock art that stretches back thousands of years. Tune in on Monday to find out more. Episodes will be released daily. Created by Fin Dwyer & Damian Shiels Special thanks to Yvonne Whitty & the Heritage Office of Wicklow County Council.  


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