Historical Events tagged with "County Kildare"
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Shergar Kidnapping: A Notorious Horse Heist
Irish race horse Shergar was stolen by armed men from the Ballymany Stud in Ireland in an audacious ransom attempt. Allegations arose that members of the Provisional Irish Republican Army (PIRA) were involved in the heist, demanding a ransom for the prized thoroughbred. Despite extensive efforts to locate Shergar, including media appeals and searches, the horse was never found, leading to widespread speculation about his fate. This incident captured public attention and highlighted the intersection of sport and crime during a tumultuous period in Irish history.
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