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Oh, To Be In England . . .

William Shakespeare, English poet and playwright, was born this day in 1564. Regarded by many as the greatest writer of the English language he is often hailed as England’s poet or the “Bard of Avon”. His works have been translated … Continue reading

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St Patrick Of Ireland

Each of the four countries that compose the United Kingdom have their own national saint. England has Saint George, (23rd April), Scotland Saint Andrew, (30th November), Wales Saint David (1st March) and Ireland Saint Patrick, (17th March). St. Patrick’s Day … Continue reading

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