Tag Archives: Ulster

Tis a Grand Day for the Irish

Posted on May 24, 2015 by irishroverpei

Tis a grand day in the Republic of Ireland. The nation voted overwhelmingly in favour of same sex marriage. What an amazing break through in Ireland, what an amazing break away from the domination of the Catholic church in Ireland. … Continue reading →

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Happy Saint Patrick Day

Posted on March 17, 2015 by irishroverpei

The Blarney Stone – Myth or Legend? The Blarney stone has woven around itself a unique tradition of myth, legend and Romance. It is said that the secret of the holy stone was given to Cormac MacCarthy, King of Munster … Continue reading →

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Ireland Surely Knows Better

Posted on February 25, 2015 by irishroverpei

I love this little Irish province known as Ulster, such a beautiful  green land of rolling hills and dales. However, its history has been one of turmoil, violence and war, Protestants against Catholics with the fear and hatred always just … Continue reading →

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October 5th 1968 Northern Ireland

Posted on October 5, 2014 by irishroverpei

A sad day to recall 5th October 1968, it is considered the beginning of the “Troubles” in Northern Ireland. It began when police attacked civil rights groups in Derry. It would continue into the 1990’s with a great loss of … Continue reading →

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Its Still a Rover????

Posted on December 2, 2013 by irishroverpei

Selling my last Rover was always a painful exercise and very difficult thing to give up. However age and arthritis and a few other issues forced me to face the facts. I was no longer able to work on cars, … Continue reading →

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Remember the Telegram???

Posted on November 8, 2013 by irishroverpei

I have been busy this week talking with school children about the importance of Remembrance Day. I always try to relate stories of my own childhood during the blitz. It is strange the things that sometimes spark a memory from … Continue reading →

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A Real Fashion Statement

Posted on November 4, 2013 by irishroverpei

I found this photo of the 41st Boys Brigade on a web site, unfortunately no date, so I don’t know if this was before or after my time. Did I really wear one of those little hats?????? I must have, … Continue reading →

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The Young and the Old, Part Two

Posted on September 13, 2013 by irishroverpei

I never fail to be impressed by the internet, I can’t begin to understand how it works but it must surely be one of mans greatest inventions. In October last year a boyhood friend from Belfast arrived in Charlottetown via … Continue reading →

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A Touch of Blarney (A True Story)

Posted on March 17, 2012 by irishroverpei

As promised here is my story, its a bit long for a short story, but its Irish and an Irish mile is about three miles long!!! Enjoy my tale and please feel free to tell me if you believe it … Continue reading →

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The Red Hand of Ulster

Posted on March 10, 2012 by irishroverpei

Here is another Irish historical fact, absolutely true!!! If you don’t believe me,ask a Leprechaun. According to one myth, the kingdom of Ulster had at one time no rightful heir. Because of this it was agreed that a boat race … Continue reading →

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