A chara, Not only was the whole of Ireland thrilled with Michelle Smith's Olympic swimming successes in Atlanta, but immensely proud to see and hear her singing Amhran no bhFiann. What a shame, then, that so many young people are now coming out of our national schools not knowing their country's national anthem. Is it not required that it be taught to all schoolchildren? - Le meas,
Ardan,
Fatharlach,
Co Thiobraid Arann.