What is recorded here

Notched on the 1876 map, absent in 1836, the Carrakeelty Beg fort vanishes from human sight although it still holds its ground above the stream. That inconsistency suggests the boundary between memory and invention. Perhaps the field belongs to the fairies now, refusing to be owned or measured by men.

Marked 'Fort' on OS 1876 ed. Not marked on OS 1836 ed. Situated on a natural rise overlooking a stream. Not visible at ground level. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cavan' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1995). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 22 December 2008

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