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Historic Irish cathedral destroyed by fire; probe due
December 28, 2009
Irish authorities plan to investigate the origin of a fire that destroyed the famous Catholic cathedral in Longford on Christmas Day, to determine whether the fire was deliberately set. St. Mel's cathedral was gutted by the blaze, and investigators are still awaiting clearance to enter the building. Because the fire occurred during a time of intense public criticism of the Church, some observers fear that arson may be the cause.
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Further information:
- Blaze at Longford cathedral investigated (RTE)
- Longford Cathedral burns down: Is the Irish Church under attack? (Daily Telegraph)
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