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Standing stone in Ross (upperthird By.)

Standing stone

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A place called An Bréagán Mór, or the large man, at Ross (Power 1952, 412) could be interpreted as a standing stone. It remains unlocated. Power, Rev. P. (1952) The placenames of the Decies. (second ed.) Cork University Press. Compiled by: Michael Moore Date of upload: 02 November 2010
Likely dating to the Bronze Age, the name "An Bréagán Mór" may reflect a tradition associating the site with a legendary or historical figure, though its exact meaning or use remains unclear. Such names often link to local folklore or ritual significance.

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