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A History
Founded by Vikings and later earning the nickname Parva Roma (‘Little Rome’) for its religious devotion, Ireland’s oldest city has been witness to many significant historical events. From the marriage of Strongbow and Aoife to the splendour of the Georgian period, and from the first frog to be recorded in Ireland to the invention of the cream cracker, Waterford City: a History documents both momentous events and lesser-known stories. Discover the social and economic history of Waterford, and its notable characters who impacted the local, national and sometimes even the international scene.
12th September, 2024 in Local & Family History, Sport
Cian Manning author of ‘I Love Me County’ provides a brief history of Waterford and its legacy. The Gentle County, Waterford, can boast a proud sporting tradition. It is as long as it is varied. It’s largest urban area, Waterford City, has witnessed bull-baiting at Ballybricken t…
17th September, 2020 in Local & Family History
Overlooking Waterford Harbour the Minaun rises steeply from the riverbank affording a commanding view. To the north, the rivers Barrow and Nore meet at New Ross and flow as one to meet the Suir. The Three Sister rivers drain most of the southeast of Ireland as they continue south…
9th October, 2019 in Local & Family History
Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city is believed to have been established by the Viking Ragnall (the grandson of Ivar the Boneless) in 914 AD. Situated on the River Suir, the area is the only Irish city to retain its Viking name, Veðrafj?rðr which we previously believed to mean eithe…
