“Murder, Mansions & the Mouth of the Ford: The Dark Legacy of Strokestown”

Step into the haunting history of Strokestown, County Roscommon — a town of wide Georgian streets and deeper scars. In this episode, we explore the chilling story behind the Mahon family estate, the National Famine Museum, and the brutal legacy of assisted emigration aboard “coffin ships.” Discover how landlord conflict, tenant resistance, and the assassination of Major Denis Mahon shaped this meticulously planned heritage town. If you're drawn to Irish famine history, forgotten towns, or the untold stories behind beautiful places, this one’s for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.