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    • Tricia says

      Hello Paddy, the Glencolmcille tower is indeed a signal tower. It is not actually considered a Martello tower but in Donegal the people tend to refer to them as such. Also, Martello towers too were used as signal towers. Thanks for your comment!
      Best, Tricia

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