document details
Journal Article
Journal Title | Dublin historical record |
Article Title | From Meath of the pastures to Smithfield |
Author | O'Connell, Mary |
Volume | 68 |
Issue | (1) |
Page(s) | pp71-83 |
Date | Spring / Summer 2015 |
Content | graphs, illustrations, maps, text |
Note(s) | The author describes the background to the establishment of the Smithfield Market in 1665 and the motivation for the Duke of Ormond in providing the land required. The Famine and its impact on Smithfield and the wider agricultural sector are outlined. |
Subject(s) | livestock markets ; famine relief schemes ; history ; workhouses ; poverty |
UCD Location | Search UCD Library Catalogue |
related location
- Smithfield, Dublin, Republic of Ireland