Drogheda is an industrial and port town 26 miles north of
Dublin, on the east coast of
Ireland. The town is increasingly populated by commuters working in
Dublin.
It has certain historical interest. Founded in 911 by the Danes.
Site of Newgrange, a burial mound constructed around 3200 BC.
Invaded by
Oliver Cromwell in 1649.
Battle of the Boyne, 1690.
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