episode 18 : Trades Part 1

Tell Me A Story with Eddie Lenihan by Eddie Lenihan

Apr 13, 202137:37Arts

Trades-people formed the backbone of society in traditional Ireland, supplying the public with hand-made tools and services. This month, Eddie looks at some of the important trades that influenced old Irish life, and the...

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