Did an Irish soldier really name this place after an Italian city? Here at Cremona, the echoes of history whisper tales of Napoleonic battles and Irish bravery. Cremona isn’t just a quiet townland in North Dublin. It’s a living testament to the Irish soldiers who fought in Napoleon’s Irish Legion. The house here, originally called Foxhall, was renamed Cremona in the 19th century. An Irish officer, returning from the Napoleonic wars, chose the name to commemorate a victory by the Irish Brigade. They liberated the Italian city of Cremona from Austrian forces in 1702. This connection to the “Wild Geese,” Irish soldiers who fought in foreign armies, adds a unique layer to Cremona’s story. The house itself has grown over the centuries. It now hosts events, exhibitions, and even a shop. You can find commemoratives and even wine from Provence. The wine is produced by veterans of the French Foreign Legion, another nod to the military history tied to this place. Cremona continues to celebrate its ties with France and the legacy of the Wild Geese. It is a place where history comes alive, bridging continents and centuries.
Saint John the Evangelist
Whispers of history echo from these stones. This is the site of Saint John the Evangelist. Once a vibrant church