{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66507c02c0852400120b7078/66f942a81e5eff81e7fffa0f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Gort: From Kings to Poets, Famine to Freedom","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66507c02c0852400120b7078/1727611451706-e48d40df-9517-46ca-8c3c-9991b939eb0e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<h3>In this episode of <em>Whispering Stones</em>, we journey to <strong>Gort, County Galway</strong>, where history, culture, and resilience intertwine. From its origins as the domain of <strong>King Guaire the Generous</strong> to its role in the <strong>Great Famine</strong>, and its literary connection to <strong>W.B. Yeats</strong> during the <strong>Irish Literary Revival</strong>, Gort is rich with stories. </h3><h3>We’ll explore its medieval past, the devastation of <strong>Cromwell’s siege</strong>, and its harrowing experiences during Ireland’s fight for independence. Along the way, we’ll uncover the town’s architectural gems, including <strong>St. Colman’s Church</strong>, and its modern rebirth as a diverse and vibrant community. Join us as we explore the <strong>fascinating history of Gort</strong>—from <strong>kings and poets</strong> to <strong>famine and freedom</strong>.</h3>","author_name":"Bernice Cooke"}