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Thomas M. Kettle

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Thomas M. Kettle
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1880-1916. Born in County Dublin 9th February 1880. Killed at Guinchy 9th September 1916. Poet. Essayist. Patriot. Died for not for flag nor King, nor Emperor. But for a dream born in a herdsman's shed and for the secret scripture of the poor.

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  • Computer-made picture. It does not show this playground.
  • Dronepicr (edited by King of Hearts ) Edit corrects CA and sharpens image, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 3.0
  • Computer-made picture. It does not show this garden.
  • Jeffrey O. Gustafson, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
  • N Chadwick, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Marathon, Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
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  • Angilbas at English Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
  • National Library of Ireland on The Commons, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
  • The White House, Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
Thomas Kettle MemorialStatue · 1 yd

Explorer Tom Thomas Kettle Memorial in Saint Stephen's Green is a bronze bust from 1919, erected later in 1937. It’s by Albert G. Power and has a quote on the plinth. It commemorates a poet killed at the Somme. Give the statue a little salute for me!

Playground at St. Stephen's GreenChildren's playground · 45 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom Playground at St. Stephen's Green in County Dublin is hiding in plain sight among the famous trees. The swings probably whisper gossip about the politicians who walk past. Listen closely for juicy details!

IndicatedPark · 75 yd

Explorer Tom Park in Dublin is St Stephen's Green, which was enclosed way back in 1664. They gave out ninety-nine year leases to people by ballot. It’s one of the oldest squares, so walk around like you own the place.

St. Stephens Green ArboretumGarden · 84 ydComputer-made picture

Explorer Tom St. Stephens Green Arboretum is full of trees that have seen centuries of gossip. Find the oldest-looking branch and ask it for tea.

gazebo85 yd

Explorer Tom The Gazebo in St. Stephen's Green is an open-sided timber pavilion sitting right by the pond. It’s the focal point of the park and looks like it’s waiting for a very serious tea party. Tell the ducks hello on your way past!

Weeping willow137 yd

Explorer Tom Weeping willow in County Dublin is doing that sad face thing, probably because the seagulls are being rude to it. Bring someone who’ll believe anything, like a ghost story or whatever.

James JoyceMemorial · 163 yd

Explorer Tom James Joyce in County Dublin has a bust looking sternly at passersby. He’s probably writing a novel about your haircut. Don’t make eye contact, it’s distracting.

Robert EmmetMonument · 219 yd

Explorer Tom Robert Emmet in County Dublin is pointing up at the sky from St Stephen's Green. He planned a great rise that didn’t quite happen. He’s still trying, though. Look up with him!

Memorial to Human Rights DefendersMemorial · 321 yd

Explorer Tom Memorial to Human Rights Defenders in County Dublin honors those who gave their lives for courage. It stands in Iveagh Gardens, looking dignified. Pay your respects and take a respectful photo for the group!

Bigleaf Maple751 yd

Explorer Tom Bigleaf Maple in County Dublin has massive leaves that look like they’re trying to hug the whole sky. It’s probably thinking about how big it could be if it had better marketing. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think about why trees don’t talk.

Battle of DublinMajor battlefield · 805 yd

Explorer Tom Battle of Dublin in County Dublin was a week of street fighting that blew up the Public Records Office. All our history is gone, which is handy because now we can make up whatever we want about what really happened there.

CastleCastle, Anglo-Norman masonry castle · 910 yd

Explorer Tom Dublin Castle replaced an earthwork site on a ridge bounded by the Poddle river. It had a barbican gate and drawbridge right in the middle of town. Perfect spot to practise your best tour-guide voice, even if you’re wrong.

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