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It could be a magnificent augmentation, to the already significant tourist value of Dublin’s beautiful Phoenix Park, but it currently languishes within the half sleep of near dereliction; I am of course referring to the Magazine Fort, which sits atop … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Leisure, Military History, Nature, People, Places, Travel, Uncategorized
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Another Day – Another Milestone
It was a pleasant 22°c, and sunshine to boot, as I headed off earlier this morning to garner some welcome fresh air and walking exercise, in Dublin’s beautiful Phoenix Park. People are free to ramble almost everywhere within the park. … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Health, Leisure, Military History, Nature, Nature Walks & Trails, People, Places, Social History, Travel
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Time Capsule – I May be a General Yet
At the outbreak of WWI on 28th July 1914, Ireland was governed from Britain and was considered by the British, to be as much a part of their Empire as any other country under British dominion, at that time. In … Continue reading
Posted in Family History, Military History, Nature, People, Places, Social History
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The Segway – A Cool Machine
I want one, I really want one! Anyone out there wearing a red suit and driving a twelve reindeer power sled, please take note. Although aware of their existence, I had not seen any Segways in the wild until a … Continue reading
Posted in Health, Leisure, Nature, People, Technology, Transport, Travel
Tagged 1951, adventure, berlin, brandenburg gate, dean, dublin, entertainment, guide, holiday, kamen, leisure, new york, phoenix park, rabbit, rockville centre, sights, tour, tourist, transport, travel
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