A Roman Story

My name is Marius. I am a Roman soldier. Let me tell you about my life. When I joined, I took an oath for 25 years or until I die. I will never marry or see my homeland again.

My life is dangerous and exciting at the same time. I walk 30km a day with my kit. I carry an axe, a saw, food, a rope and camping gear inside. I wear armour and have weapons such as my sword, my dagger, my javelin and my helmet and shield for protection.

I sleep in a leather tent with seven other soldiers. I try to sleep in the middle because it is the warmest. I train everyday. It can be a bloody affair, even if we cover up the tips of our swords and daggers!. I also feed animals and collect wood and water. I clean my weapons too. The army builds roads and forts. We are a strong army. We invade other countries to get land taxes and slaves. When I retire, the Emperor of Rome will reward my hard work with a small farm and maybe some animals.
Gavin Smith

Our Study of the Romans

All Ireland Fever - Corcaigh Abú!

Match Report

Yesterday the All Ireland Football Final took place in Croke Park in Dublin. The stadium was filled to capacity with over 80,000 spectators . The battle was between Cork and Down. Down had never lost a final in Croke Park so the pressure was on The Rebels!

Cork launched an early attack but missed some good chances to score. Overall Down had a better first half. The score at half time was 5-8 points.

Graham Canty came on early in the second half. Cork’s play improvedwith every minute. The teams were neck and neck at 11 points a piece in the 55th minute.

Cork’s confidence was building steadily. The match was getting more intense. The fans cheered enthusiastically for their teams. The final score 16-15. The Sam Maguire is on it’s way to Cork by the Lee. Well Done cork!
By Rebecca Keenan & Laura Tobin