Ancient cave art discovery suggests first known humans in Ireland walked over from Wales
New 15,000‑year‑old cave art in southwest Ireland suggests Wales was the gateway for the island’s earliest settlers.
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New 15,000‑year‑old cave art in southwest Ireland suggests Wales was the gateway for the island’s earliest settlers.
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