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John Christopher Drumgoole

Birthplace

The source records Abbeylara as this person's birthplace. The pin marks the area, not an exact birth address or later home.

John Christopher Drumgoole
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What is recorded here

Map note: The recorded spot for John Christopher Drumgoole is in County Longford, Ireland; it is a birthplace. The named record is placed on the map for anyone following the story.

Why this person is known: Irish-American Roman Catholic priest and activist (1816-1888)

From Wikidata Q6226072

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Abbeylara
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  • National Inventory of Architectural Heritage
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