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Pt. of Curragh military camp, Comté de Kildare

District

Pt. of Curragh military camp

Comté de Kildare

12

Townlands

2,169

Registres de recensement

12

Foyers

1

Année du recensement

1901 Recensement
Personnes
2,169
Foyers
12

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The Curragh is a large, open plain located in County Kildare in the midlands of Ireland, situated roughly between the towns of Kildare and Newbridge. The landscape is characterized by expansive grassland and moorland, making it one of Ireland's most distinctive geographical features. The terrain is relatively flat and windswept, with poor drainage in places, which historically made it suitable for military training and exercises. The area sits at a moderate elevation and is surrounded by agricultural land, with the Liffey River system in relative proximity. The open, undeveloped nature of the Curragh has been preserved for centuries, giving it a unique appearance compared to much of the developed Irish countryside.

The military significance of the Curragh dates back several centuries, though it became formalized as a military training ground during the 19th century. The British established a permanent military camp at the Curragh in the 1850s, and it has remained a major military installation ever since. The site was chosen specifically for its open landscape, which provided ample space for large-scale military maneuvers and training operations. Following Irish independence, the camp was transferred to Irish military control and has continued to serve as the primary training facility for the Irish Defence Forces. The Curragh Camp remains one of the largest military installations on the island of Ireland and has hosted numerous significant military events throughout its history.

The Curragh holds considerable cultural and historical importance beyond its military function. The plain itself has ancient historical connections, being mentioned in Irish mythology and early historical texts. In modern times, the camp has been integral to Ireland's military development and national defense capability. The landscape has also been associated with horse racing and sporting activities, contributing to the cultural identity of the region. For the local community in Kildare, the Curragh Camp represents a major employer and has shaped the economic and social character of the surrounding areas, influencing settlement patterns and local infrastructure development over many generations.

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Comté

Kildare

Juridiction

République d'Irlande

Années de recensement

1901

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District
Pt. of Curragh military camp
Comté
Kildare
Irlandais
Cill Dara
Juridiction
République d'Irlande

Registres de recensement

1901 | Rechercher toutes les personnes →

Townlands

12
Form F. Station Hospital Form H. Army Ordnance Corps Barracks. Form H. Army Service Corps Barracks. Form H. Beresford Barrack Form H. Concrete Barracks. Form H. Ponsonby Barracks. Form H. R.I. Constabulary Barrack of Curragh I Form H. R.I. Constabulary Barrack of Curragh II. Form H. South Kildare Barrack Form H. Stewart Barracks. Form K. R.I.C. Police station at Curragh I. Royal Engineers Barrack, Form H.