Phibsborough in Dublin in County Dublin, Leinster, Ireland — Mid-East (and Dublin)
The Four Masters Memorial Cross
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2025
1. The Four Masters Dedication Marker
Four Illustrious Masters
of the Franciscan Order
Michael O'Cleary, Fearfeasa O'Maolconry
Peregrine O'Cleary, Peregrine O' Duigenan
by whose untiring labours
at a time when hatred and persecution
raged against the Catholic religion
the ancient Annals of Ireland were saved
from destruction.
Grateful for such a noble achievement
and
to perpetuate its memory
the clergy and people by public subscription
erected this cross
A.D. 1876
Annals Commenced 1632
Finished 1636
Erected 1876 by the Clergy and People of Dublin.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Colonial Era • Patriots & Patriotism • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1632.
Location. 53° 21.541′ N, 6° 16.174′ W. Marker is in Dublin, Leinster, in County Dublin. It is in Phibsborough. It is at the intersection of Berkeley Road and Eccles Street, on the right when traveling north on Berkeley Road. Memorial cross is in Four Masters Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 18-22 Berkeley Road, Dublin, Leinster
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Regionally, this marker is in Ancient East. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, on the Island of Ireland, on the Celtic Fringe, in the European Union, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Mater Misericordiζ Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); Ed Bowden (about 180 meters away, measured in a direct line); Blessington Street Basin (about 210 meters away); C Company, 1st Battalion, Dublin Brigade, Irish Republican Army Memorial (about 210 meters away); Blessington Street Basin/
Regarding The Four Masters Memorial Cross. The Annals were completed at the Franciscan monastery in Galway.
Also see . . .
1. Annals of the Four Masters (MS 1301, Trinity College Dublin). Intro excerpt reads: This is an original copy, that is to say, it is for the most part in the handwriting of Conary OClery, the hands of the other two OClerys, however, appearing frequently throughout the volume (ODonovan,
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2025
2. The Four Masters Marker (Gaelic)
2. The Story of the Annals of the Four Masters (Mνcheαl Σ Clιirigh Summer School). (Submitted on April 17, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.)
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2025
3. The Four Masters Marker (Gaelic)
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2025
4. The Four Masters Marker Memorial Cross
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., April 10, 2025
5. The Four Masters Memorial Cross
Credits. This page was last revised on April 17, 2025. It was originally submitted on April 17, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This page has been viewed 137 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on April 17, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
Editor’s want-list for this marker. Transcription of the Gaelic language markers, which are difficult to read • Can you help?
