“Mount Mapas”, reads the inscription on this towering obelisk. It’s a name etched in history, a testament to a man named George Boucher. Boucher’s Obelisk, as it’s now known, has stood here since 1785, a silent sentinel overlooking the landscape. The obelisk was erected by George’s friends, a tribute to his memory and his deep connection to these lands. The inscription, “Mount Mapas”, refers to Boucher’s nickname, a playful jab at his cartographic endeavors. You see, Boucher was known for drawing maps, some more accurate than others. This playful moniker, however, stuck, and even found its way onto this grand monument.
Irish Mercantile Marine Memorial Stone
In a time of global conflict, Ireland stood apart, a small island nation clinging to neutrality. Yet, the Irish Mercantile