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School: An Bóthar Buí (C.) (roll number 16397)

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Boherboy, Co. Cork
Teacher:
Eilís, Bean Uí Bhraoin
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    “The "moonlighters" of Doonasleen used to sing this song:”

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    famed Doonasleen.
    But our tricks were found out for our foes were too great,
    Through the woods of Droumscara we had to retreat
    But "ná bac leis" again boys we'll soon let them see
    That we'll fight for old Ireland and gain liberty
    Chorus.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. genre
      1. poetry
        1. folk poetry (~9,504)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Nora O' Connor
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Derryleagh, Co. Cork