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The Drowning of Boann - Ireland's River Goddess

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This week, I talk about water, and tell you the story of Boann, Ireland's river Goddess who created the River Boyne which nurtures the land around the site of the Battle of the Boyne, Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth. Support the Podcast Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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