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School: St Fiachra's Kilkenny (roll number 11750)

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Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny
Teacher:
Seán Ó Gealagáin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0855, Page 029

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    him. But then a strange hero - fury seemed to fill the heart of Setanta. Like a young lion he rushed upon the boys and chased them from the playing field, striking down fifty as they fled. After this wonderful exploit the boys felt a new respect for Setanta, and soon learned to love him. King Conor allowed him to join the company of young heroes, and before long he was the leader of them all.
    An old Irish Folk-Tale
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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