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Mass-rock in Tawnamore

Mass-rock

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According to information gathered in 1966 there was a mass-rock beside the river in the N end of the townland (SMR file). Compiled by: Claire Breen Date of upload: 10 November 2011
A mass-rock used during the 17th and 18th centuries for the secret celebration of Catholic Mass, often in defiance of anti-Catholic laws. Such sites were typically located in remote or concealed areas to avoid detection by authorities.

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