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In February 1957, human remains were uncovered at Ardfry, Oranmore, Co. Galway, when trees were uprooted during a storm. The remains of at least four individuals were discovered close to the holy well (GA094-003003-) just W of the castle (GA094-003001-). The site was first visited by Professor Duignan, of University…
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From the National Monuments Service (Archaeological Survey of Ireland) record GA094-003004
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- Ian Capper, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
- Ian Capper, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
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- Joseph McGinley, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
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- Mike Searle, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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