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15 Historical Landmarks That Define Irish History

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15. Glasnevin Cemetery

15. Glasnevin Cemetery
Glasnevin Cemetery, Ireland’s national necropolis, honors historic figures and chronicles the nation’s legacy.

Glasnevin Cemetery, established in 1832 by Daniel O’Connell, is Ireland’s national necropolis, serving as the final resting place for over 1.5 million individuals. Among its notable interments are Daniel O’Connell, Charles Stewart Parnell, Michael Collins, Éamon de Valera, and Constance Markievicz. The Glasnevin Cemetery Museum, opened in 2010, offers insights into Ireland’s social, political, and cultural evolution through the lives of those interred (irishtimes.com).

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