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11. Education And Schools In The Workhouse
The structure of workhouse education, subjects taught, religious instruction and discipline in the school.
12. The Workhouse Farm
How the farm was managed and administered, farming techniques used, what crops were grown and which animals were kept on the farm.
13. Emigration
When, where and how people emigrated from the Dungarvan Workhouse Union to escape the Famine.
14. Aftermath Of The Famine
Population changes in the aftermath of the Famine and the poor financial state of the population and the Union.
15. Workhouse Diet 1850 - 1900
This article details the variety and quantity of food given to the inmates and staff at the workhouse.
16. The Agricultural Crisis 1879/1880 And The Aftermath
The response of the authorities to the agricultural crisis of 1879 -1880.
17. Housing Conditions In The 1880’s
Housing conditions in Ring in the 1880’s and a look at the Labourer’s Cottage Act 1882.
18. Occupations Of The Workhouse Inmates
To pay their way workhouse inmates were expected to work. In this article you will find details of the work they undertook
19. Women And Children In The Workhouse
Illegitimacy, the refractory ward, probationary ward and boarding out workhouse children.
20. The Fishing Industry In The Dungarvan Union
Fishing in Dungarvan, Ring, Ballinagoul and Helvick. The Rev. James Alcock and the Ring Fishermen.
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