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Dunmore Abbey
53.6205° N, -8.7416° E
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Dunmore Abbey is a medieval Augustinian friary and national monument located in County Galway, Ireland.
Paleolithic
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Alleged early monastic foundation
5th century
West doorway constructed
15th century
Foundation for Augustinian friars
before 1425
Dissolution of the friary
1569
Land recorded under new owner
1574
Community recorded in 1641
1641
Friars depart
1645
Inventory compiled
1698
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