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TRANSPORT AND TRADE 9

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Summary: Jaunting Car

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The most widely used form of transport in Ireland in the mid 19th century remained the jaunting car. It was popular in both town and country and fares were cheap. One drawback was exposure to the weather.

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Jaunting Car, Ahlunkard Bridge Toll Gate, Limerick
© Limerick City Museum

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