Dublinia

Above: a Viking warrior. Below: Irish warriors.

The meals that would have been eaten in a medieval merchant's house.

Just back from a visit to Dublinia, a private museum dedicated to the early history of Dublin. Located beside Christchurch in the heart of medieval Dublin, it is well worth a visit. The best part is that it is suited to young children and really helps bring history alive.

Remains of an Irish Cross in Dublin City

The above photo shows the remains of an Irish High Cross. Most of these crosses are between 800 and a thousand years old. It was more than likely destroyed when the grave markers were leveled by British soldiers in the late 18th century. This example is at Bully's Acre in Kilmainham.

The grave of Christopher Miller RIC

The grave of Christopher Miller RIC is located at Bully's Acre in Kilmainham, Dublin. Miller was from Pallaskenry in County Limerick and was killed in action, during the Easter Rising  on 27 April 1916. He was killed when he led a party of British soldiers to the rebels at the South Dublin Union.