This
is a reproduction of the cross that stands in New Orleans, Luisiana
as a vigilant reminder of the many Irish immigrants who lost their
lives digging the canal from Basin Street to Ponchatrain. It
is estimated that up to 20,000 Irishmen lost their lives.
Brent Edward Griffin contracted with a local sculptor to reproduce
this smaller version of the 8ft cross which was shipped in from
Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a member of Irish American Cultural
Society of New Orleans Louisiana who donated the 8ft cross to
Louisiana.
The Cross is made of
ground marble and durable Portland cement. It is 27" high and
11" wide and it weighs 35lbs.
This
cross is ideal for your garden, back yard. This Celtic Cross
stands or can be mounted on your outside wall. The cross has
also been used to commemorate a loved one who has passed away.
Delivery time roughly 5-7 days within the US.
"Ten Thousand Micks Swung their Picks
to dig the new Canal
But the Choleray was stronger than they
and twice it killed them all"
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