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Curragh Collection

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Background imageCurragh Collection: A Canvas Curragh, Sheephaven, Co. Donegal

A Canvas Curragh, Sheephaven, Co. Donegal - a view of a man standing up in a long curragh in the water. (Location: Republic of Ireland; County Donegal; Sheephaven). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageCurragh Collection: The Curragh race course, County Kildare Ireland

The Curragh race course, County Kildare Ireland. Date c1867

Background imageCurragh Collection: Gipsy Encampment on the Curragh

Gipsy Encampment on the Curragh. Kavanagh, Joseph Malachy 1856-1918

Background imageCurragh Collection: The Prince of Wales in Ireland (engraving)

The Prince of Wales in Ireland (engraving)
2773521 The Prince of Wales in Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales in Ireland)

Background imageCurragh Collection: Donegal Fisher Folk who use the Curragh or Coracle (b / w photo)

Donegal Fisher Folk who use the Curragh or Coracle (b / w photo)
6005850 Donegal Fisher Folk who use the Curragh or Coracle (b/w photo) by Piratsky, Karl Karlovich (1813-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: Donegal Fisher Folk who use the Curragh or Coracle)

Background imageCurragh Collection: Camp Life at The Curragh - Irish Derby - Preparatory Gallop

Camp Life at The Curragh - Irish Derby - Preparatory Gallop
Camp Life at The Curragh - Irish Derby - The Preparatory Gallop. Date: 1874

Background imageCurragh Collection: Her Majestys Visit to Ireland, the Review on the Curragh (engraving)

Her Majestys Visit to Ireland, the Review on the Curragh (engraving)
2773576 Her Majestys Visit to Ireland, the Review on the Curragh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her Majestys Visit to Ireland)

Background imageCurragh Collection: Amateur Theatricals at the Curragh (engraving)

Amateur Theatricals at the Curragh (engraving)
1615954 Amateur Theatricals at the Curragh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amateur Theatricals at the Curragh)

Background imageCurragh Collection: Camp Life at the Curragh (engraving)

Camp Life at the Curragh (engraving)
1053027 Camp Life at the Curragh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Camp Life at the Curragh)

Background imageCurragh Collection: Puffin-Catching on the West Coast of Ireland (engraving)

Puffin-Catching on the West Coast of Ireland (engraving)
1055288 Puffin-Catching on the West Coast of Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Puffin-Catching on the West Coast of Ireland)

Background imageCurragh Collection: The Countess of Kimberley presenting New Colours to the 24th Regiment at the Curragh of Kildare

The Countess of Kimberley presenting New Colours to the 24th Regiment at the Curragh of Kildare (engraving)
1099231 The Countess of Kimberley presenting New Colours to the 24th Regiment at the Curragh of Kildare (engraving) by English School

Background imageCurragh Collection: The Return of the Lost Colours (engraving)

The Return of the Lost Colours (engraving)
1059021 The Return of the Lost Colours (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of the Lost Colours)

Background imageCurragh Collection: Upturned currach boat on Innishmore, Aran Islands, Ireland

Upturned currach boat on Innishmore, Aran Islands, Ireland
Upturned currach on Innishmore, Aran Islands, Ireland. A currach is a type of Irish boat with a wooden frame, over which animal skins or hides were once stretched, though now canvas is now used

Background imageCurragh Collection: Winston Churchill visits Prime Minister - Curragh incident

Winston Churchill visits Prime Minister - Curragh incident
Winston Churchill visits the Prime Minister Herbert Henry Asquith on Monday 26th 1914 following the Curragh incident of 20th March 1914 (also known as the Curragh mutiny)

Background imageCurragh Collection: The Curragh Camp, County Kildare, Ireland

The Curragh Camp, County Kildare, Ireland - Viewed from the Clock Tower. An army base and military college - the main training centre for the Irish Army. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageCurragh Collection: Thoroughbred Horses, Mares In Snow, Ireland

Thoroughbred Horses, Mares In Snow, Ireland

Background imageCurragh Collection: Thoroughbred Horses In Training, Curragh, Co Kildare, Ireland

Thoroughbred Horses In Training, Curragh, Co Kildare, Ireland

Background imageCurragh Collection: Five People Riding Thoroughbred Horses In A Field, Curragh, County Kildare, Republic Of Ireland

Five People Riding Thoroughbred Horses In A Field, Curragh, County Kildare, Republic Of Ireland

Background imageCurragh Collection: Ex-French Air Force Avro Lancaster VII WU15 G-ASXX

Ex-French Air Force Avro Lancaster VII WU15 G-ASXX
Ex-French Air Force Avro Lancaster VII, WU15, G-ASXX, (initially NX611) alongside Avro Vulcan, XM605, at RaF Butterworth, North Malaya after acquisition by the Historic Aircraft Preservation Society

Background imageCurragh Collection: Silver Menu holder - Ulster Volunteer Force badge

Silver Menu holder - Ulster Volunteer Force badge
Silver Menu holder belonging to Major L. G. Tempest Stone, CMG, containing the Ulster Volunteer Force badge and engraved on base - RCM Major L. G. Tempest Stone, South Belfast Ulster Club, 1914

Background imageCurragh Collection: Launching a Canvas Curragh, North West Donegal

Launching a Canvas Curragh, North West Donegal - a view of a man on the sand of a beach pushing a curragh to the sea. (Location: Republic of Ireland; County Donegal). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageCurragh Collection: Carrying a Canvas Curragh, Sheephaven, Co Donegall

Carrying a Canvas Curragh, Sheephaven, Co Donegall - a man underneath a curragh on its side, holding it upright. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Rosapenna: Sheephaven)

Background imageCurragh Collection: Launching a Canvas Curragh, Rossapena, NW Donegall

Launching a Canvas Curragh, Rossapena, NW Donegall - a man launching a curragh, on the beach. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Rosapenna). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageCurragh Collection: A Canvas Curragh, Rosapenna, NW Donegall

A Canvas Curragh, Rosapenna, NW Donegall - a man rowing curragh(on the beach). (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Rosapenna). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageCurragh Collection: Launching a Curragh, North West Donegal

Launching a Curragh, North West Donegal - a view of two men on a beach launching a curragh. (Location: Republic of Ireland; County Donegal). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageCurragh Collection: A Canvas Curragh, North West Donegal

A Canvas Curragh, North West Donegal - a view of three people in a long curragh off the Donegal coast. (Location: Republic of Ireland; County Donegal). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 3766 x 1675

Source Size = 3766 x 1675
Garrison Athletics at the Curragh Camp, Sword V. Lance

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 3750 x 2498

Source Size = 3750 x 2498
Camp Life at the Curragh: Cavalry Leaping Drill at the Camp, August 1, 1874

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 3761 x 2518

Source Size = 3761 x 2518
Camp Life at the Curragh: the Irish Derby, the Preparatory Gallop, August 1, 1874

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 5848 x 1673

Source Size = 5848 x 1673
Presentation of Colours to the 36th Regiment by the Prince of Wales at the Curragh Camp

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 5743 x 3957

Source Size = 5743 x 3957
The Queens Visit to Ireland: Review by her Majesty on the Curragh of Kildare, Charge of Cavalry

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 5783 x 3968

Source Size = 5783 x 3968
The Queens Visit to Ireland: her Majesty Reviewing the Troops on the Curragh of Kildare

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 3919 x 1431

Source Size = 3919 x 1431
North View of a Portion of the Curragh Camp, English Church, Roman Catholic Church, the Prince of Wales in Ireland, July 13, 1861

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 3986 x 1262

Source Size = 3986 x 1262
Residence of the Prince of Wales, Part of the Camp of Curragh, Kildare, the Prince of Wales in Ireland, July 13, 1861

Background imageCurragh Collection: Source Size = 3968 x 2737

Source Size = 3968 x 2737
The Countess of Kimberley Presenting New Colours to the 24th Regiment at the Curragh of Kildare, 1866, Ireland

Background imageCurragh Collection: The International Fisheries Exhibition at South Kensington, London, Uk, 1883: 1

The International Fisheries Exhibition at South Kensington, London, Uk, 1883: 1
THE INTERNATIONAL FISHERIES EXHIBITION AT SOUTH KENSINGTON, LONDON, UK, 1883: 1. Is He Alive? 2. Boat in which Mr. B. Leigh Smith Escaped from the Wreck of his Arctic Exploring Ship "

Background imageCurragh Collection: Horse Racing: Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby JUN 27

Horse Racing: Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby JUN 27
Horse Racing - The Curragh Racecourse - The Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby. Jockey Kieran Fallon

Background imageCurragh Collection: Coracles / Curragh Boats

Coracles / Curragh Boats
The main picture shows Irish coracles, known as curragh boats, being used in the sea just off-shore. The inset shows a man carrying a smaller welsh-style coracle


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"The Curragh: A Tapestry of History and Culture in County Kildare, Ireland" Step into the world of The Curragh racecourse, where thundering hooves and cheering crowds create an electrifying atmosphere. This iconic venue has been a hub for horse racing enthusiasts since its establishment, captivating visitors with its rich heritage. Venturing beyond the racetrack, discover the intriguing Gipsy Encampment on The Curragh. Witness the vibrant tapestry of life as these nomadic communities bring their traditions to this historic land. Amidst the allure of The Curragh lies a fascinating relic from aviation history - an ex-French Air Force Avro Lancaster VII WU15 G-ASXX. Marvel at this majestic aircraft that once soared through the skies, now standing proudly as a testament to human ingenuity. Delve further into The Curragh's past and stumble upon a silver menu holder adorned with an Ulster Volunteer Force badge. This intricate piece serves as a reminder of Ireland's complex political landscape and highlights how history intertwines with everyday life. Journey back in time through engravings capturing significant moments like "The Prince of Wales in Ireland, " showcasing royal visits that have graced The Curragh over centuries. Another engraving transports us to Camp Life during Irish Derby - witness horses galloping across vast fields in preparation for exhilarating races. Her Majesty's visit is immortalized by yet another engraving depicting "The Review on The Curragh. " Experience the grandeur and pageantry surrounding such momentous occasions that have shaped Irish history. Beyond equestrian pursuits, indulge in cultural delights showcased at Amateur Theatricals held on The Curragh. Immerse yourself in captivating performances that bring joy and entertainment to all who gather here. Camp Life at The Curragh reveals glimpses into daily routines within this unique community.