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| KING WILLIAM'S GLEN, CO. LOUTH. -The above storied glen is situated near the banks of the river Boyne in the county Louth, and derives its name from the fact that William of Orange, generally called William III of England, marched through it at the head of his powerful army, the day preceding the famous fight which caused more blood to be shed long after it was fought than during its continuance. The glen is, no doubt, somewhat altered in appearance since the day of that "grievous battle," which occurred in "Oldbridge Town" on the memorable July 1st of 1690. It served to conceal the movements and strength of William's force from the eyes of James II and his generals until the moment for final action came. William's strategy at the Boyne was quite masterly, but he had a veteran army and skilled subordinates, who strictly obeyed his commands. Besides, he had the advantage of his Irish and French opponents by 13,000 men, at least, and, as everybody knows, King James was the most incompetent of commanders. The tourists in the jaunting car are, no doubt, enjoying the pleasing scenery, and also the narrative of the intelligent-looking driver, who is fighting the Boyne all over again in eloquent fashion, forgetful that "William and James are turned to clay." The glen is in the neighborhood of Townley Hall. |
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