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Francis Drake bronze plaque

Crosshaven, Ireland

Tobar an Bháid Drake's Pool The old name, Well of the Boat, was replaced in the 18th century by one relating to Sir Francis Drake , whose ships were said to have hidden here when pursued by a Spanish fleet, in 1588. The Spaniards sailed up Cork Harbour, but missed their prey who who remained unseen

here. The Spaniards came out again, Sir Francis stayed for a few days and then left.

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