Carnew
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| Carnew Carn an Bhua |
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| Irish grid reference T013631 |
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| Province: | Leinster | |
| County: | County Wicklow | |
| Elevation: | 105 m (344 ft) | |
| Population (2002) | 809 | |
Carnew (Irish: Carn an Bhua, meaning Victory mound) is a village in County Wicklow, Ireland. It is the most southerly town in Wicklow situated just a mile from the border with County Wexford.
[edit] History
The Carnew Massacre took place in the local handball alley on 25th May 1798 at the onset of the 1798 rebellion.
[edit] Sport
- Carnew has a Gaelic Athletic Association team, the Carnew Emmets. Their colours are blue and gold.
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