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Galway To Clifden

Mariella Frostrup presents this history of the railway built in the late 19th century between Galway and Clifden, and which closed in 1935. Places seen include the bridge used in THE QUIET MAN and an interview with John Wayne's stand-in Joe Mellotte. Stories include those about the Mararajah who owned Ballinahinch Castle and the landing of Alcock and Brown after their first transatlantic flight.

English
  • Originally Aired January 26, 1997
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network RTÉ One
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Name Type Role
Mariella Frostrup Guest Star