Grave of Grace O'Malley, The Pirate Queen, Clare Island, Ireland
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Grave of the Ireland’s Sea Queen at the Abbey on Clare Island.
Waymark Code: WMEM8Y
Location: Connacht, Ireland
Date Posted: 06/13/2012
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Gráinne Ní Mháille (c. 1530 – c. 1603), Gráinne O'Malley or Grace O'Malley, was Queen of Umaill, chieftain of the Ó Máille clan and a pirate in 16th century Ireland. She is commonly known by her nickname Granuaile in Irish folklore, and a historical figure in 16th century Irish history, and is sometimes known as "The Sea Queen Of Connaught".
Ireland’s Sea Queen is buried at the Abbey on Clare Island. According to rumour her body was interned within the decorated tomb niche in the north wall of the chancel of the Abbey.
Site Description: Grave
Date of Pirate Activity (Estimated): 2nd half of 16. century
Reference Web-link or Book Title: http://clareisland.info/Heritage/home.htm
Site Admission (If needed): free
Hours Available (If needed):
Church is open on occasion, ask local people about the opportunity to visit.
Additional Information (optional):
For more information abouut Pirate Queen Grace O'Malley see: Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grace_O%27Malley
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