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Glens of Antrim group

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Glens of Antim family talk about their experiences of being Irish speakers.

 

James McElheran

Name: James McElheran

Age: 63
Occupation: Retired teacher

Lives in: Cushendun
Lived here: More than 10 years
Born in the area? Yes.
Description of own Irish language accent: Northern

Other languages: English

 

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Caitlin Mhic Giolla Chiarain

Name: Caitlín mhic giolla Chiaráin
Age: 59

Occupation: Housewife
Lives in: Cushendun
Lived here: More than 10 years
Born in the area? No

Where born? Belfast

Description of own Irish language accent: Northern

Other languages: English

 

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Fionntain mac giolla Chiarain

Name: Fionntán mac giolla Chiaráin
Age: 33

Occupation: Teacher
Lives in: Belfast
Lived here: 5-10 years
Born in the area? Yes
Description of own Irish language accent: Northern

Other languages: English

 

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