Memorial to Mary MacDonald (1789-1872)
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Memorial to Mary MacDonald (1789-1872)
Image: © M J Richardson Taken: 9 May 2012
Gaelic poet and crofter's wife, born at Brolas(s) and died at Ardtun. Best known for the hymn 'Leanabh an Aigh', translated as 'Child in the manger'. It was set to a traditional Scottish tune 'Bunessan'. The tune is also well known as that used for 'Morning has broken', with words by Eleanor Farjeon.
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Image Location
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56.329124
Longitude
-6.197348