Eight replica longboats from 10 countries will take part in a four day sailing event at Bantry, Co Cork, opening on July 10th. The Murphy's International Atlantic Challenge will commemorate the bicentenary of the ill fated French invasion attempt. The event will be opened by the President, Mrs Robinson.
Longboats for Bantry event
Eight replica longboats from 10 countries will take part in a four day sailing event at Bantry, Co Cork, opening on July 10th…
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