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Mary O'Rourke

Birthplace

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

Mary O'Rourke
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What is recorded here

Map note: Find the recorded point for Mary O'Rourke, a birthplace in County Westmeath, Ireland. The named record is placed on the map for anyone following the story.

Why this person is known: Irish politician (1937–2024)

From Wikidata Q540847

Birthplace
Athlone
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