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Journal Article


Journal TitleDublin historical record
Article TitleA snapshot of life in Harold's Cross Cottages, 1884-1940
AuthorHofman, Wemmechien
Volume69
Issue(1)
Page(s)pp59-70
DateSpring / Summer 2016
Contentelevations, illustrations, maps, photos, plans, tables, text
Note(s)120 cottages were built by Dublin Artisans' Dwelling Company in 1884 to provide better quality housing for labourers and artisan workers. This article includes a profile of the occupants for 1901 and 1911. From Interviews conducted in 2015 with occupants, daily life, leisure activities and living conditions are described.
Subject(s)high density housing ; housing associations ; urban housing ; social housing ; 19th century ; artisans' houses ; cottages ; demography ; population
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  • Harold's Cross Cottages, Harold's Cross, Dublin, Republic of Ireland