After twenty-three hours and 4,400 miles, I have arrived in Westport, County Mayo, Ireland to investigate the pirate queen Grace O’Malley. Nearly lost to history because she was a woman this formidable figure deserves a bit of study. I am glad to have the opportunity to learn about this amazing historical figure who once snubbed Queen Elizabeth by refusing to bow to her.
Grace O’Malley Statue, Westport House, County Mayo, Ireland
Westport House, currently being renovated, is built on the site once occupied by one of Grace O’Malley’s seven castles. Underneath the present house, built by her great granddaughter’s husband, are the dungeons once used by Grace herself.
Grace’s great-granddaughter, Maud.
