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Cork is the largest county in Ireland by land area, and the largest of Munster's six counties by population and area. At the latest census in 2022, the population of the entire county stood at 584,156. Cork is the second- most populous county in the State, and the third-most populous county on the island of Ireland.
Apr 15, 2024 · County Cork, known as the Rebel County, is a tapestry woven with colourful threads of folklore and history. Unique tales of heroism, defiance, and the supernatural have been passed down through generations, each contributing to the rich cultural fabric of this Irish region. Cork’s storied past is dotted with iconic figures and legendary ...
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Of the 5.1 million people in the Republic of Ireland, a majority of the population—about 78%—identifies as Catholic, 3% are Protestant, 1% Muslim, 1% Orthodox Christian, 2% unspecified Christian, and 2% are members of other faiths. Notably, 10% of the population identify themselves as nonreligious, a number that has continued to increase.
The specificity of the Nimes-Cevennes region (from 1789 the department of the Gard) lies in the fact that it was the sole region of France where Protestants survived in substantial numbers.27 The result was a patchwork of local communities of varied religious composition, some with large Protestant majorities and others - including the capital of the region, Nimes - with substantial Protestant ...
The Warrens of Warrenscourt, County Cork: A look at a family’s social and political beliefs Aidan O’Sullivan INTRODUCTION Ireland was a country that for many centuries was a land in turmoil. It was a land which for two to three centuries was almost constantly at war. This was in no small part due to the actions of the English monarchy, which sought to exert its influence over its neighbour ...
County Cork's history is a tapestry woven with threads of rebellion, maritime adventure, and cultural renaissance. Its strategic location on the southern coast of Ireland has made it a significant player in the country's history, from the early Viking raids and Norman invasions to its pivotal role in the War of Independence. Cork’s nickname ...
