Drogheda - Ireland in Old Photographs

Drogheda nestles on the east coast of Ireland, on the border of Louth and Meath. A lively medieval town, it is home to a host of contemporary music and theater companies, an international Samba festival, and was the birthplace of many famous Irish people, including Pierce Brosnan, Steve Staunton, and Shane Horgan. Drogheda also has a long and colorful history, which includes the Battle of the Boyne, sieges and massacres, earls, rebels, and saints. The severed head of Saint Oliver Plunkett remains on display in St Peter's church. All of this and more is covered in Joe Curtis's comprehensive illustrated history.

About the author

Joe Curtis is a local historian and author. His previous books for The History Press include Mount Merrion and Harold's Cross.

Summary

Drogheda nestles on the east coast of Ireland, on the border of Louth and Meath. A lively medieval town, it is home to a host of contemporary music and theatre companies, an international Samba festival, and was the birthplace of many famous Irish people, including Pierce Brosnan, Steve Staunton and Shane Horgan.

Product details

• Authors: Joe Curtis
• Publisher: The History Press Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.07.2013
• EAN: 9781845887988
• ISBN: 978-1-84588-798-8
• Dimensions: 157 mm x 233 mm x 9 mm
• Weight: 300 g
• Illustrations: 150 Illustrations, black and white
• Series: Ireland in Old Photographs; Ireland in Old Photographs
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories; Non-fiction book > History > Regional and national histories