CARRIAGE BUT NO HORSE
There are many horse and carriage services operating in the area where I live.
My mother, who was a horse/pony expert, passed away earlier this year at the age of 103 and a few days before she died she told me that she and her sisters had a pony and trap that they used to go to school. She then went on to say that her father decided against buying a car as everyone would be requiring a lift at some stage and that he did not want to end up as being the local chauffeur. I should that my mother was a nurse in London during the "Blitz" but returned home on VE day.
As a result of the conversation with my mother I decided to check what cars might have been available in Ireland in the 1930s or 1940s.
Popular British cars:
Austin 7: This was a very popular choice in Ireland due to its affordability and compact size. It was first introduced in 1922 and remained in production until 1939.
Morris Eight: The Morris Eight was another popular British car in Ireland, known for its practicality and affordability. It was produced from 1935 to 1948.
Ford Model Y: The Ford Model Y, produced between 1932 and 1937, was also popular in Ireland due to its affordability and reliability.
Popular American cars:
Ford Model T: Although production ended in 1927, the Ford Model T was still a common sight on Irish roads in the 1930s due to its immense popularity and durability.
Ford Model A: This iconic car was produced from 1927 to 1931, and many were still on the road in the 1930s.
Other cars:
Riley 9: This small British car was known for its sporty handling and elegant design. It was produced from 1926 to 1938.
Wolseley Hornet: This small luxury car was popular among the upper class in Ireland. It was produced from 1930 to 1936.
It's worth noting that, while these cars were available in Ireland in the 1930s, car ownership was still a luxury for many people.
Ford established its first overseas production plant in Cork, Ireland, in 1917. The factory initially produced tractors, and later Model T cars and other vehicles. The Cork plant played a significant role in the development of the Irish motor industry and was a major employer in the region for many years.
Dunlop also had a significant presence in Cork, with a tyre factory established there in 1935. The factory employed thousands of people and was a major contributor to the local economy.
The presence of these major international manufacturers in Cork highlights the city's industrial heritage and its importance in the development of the Irish economy.
My mother, who was a horse/pony expert, passed away earlier this year at the age of 103 and a few days before she died she told me that she and her sisters had a pony and trap that they used to go to school. She then went on to say that her father decided against buying a car as everyone would be requiring a lift at some stage and that he did not want to end up as being the local chauffeur. I should that my mother was a nurse in London during the "Blitz" but returned home on VE day.
As a result of the conversation with my mother I decided to check what cars might have been available in Ireland in the 1930s or 1940s.
Popular British cars:
Austin 7: This was a very popular choice in Ireland due to its affordability and compact size. It was first introduced in 1922 and remained in production until 1939.
Morris Eight: The Morris Eight was another popular British car in Ireland, known for its practicality and affordability. It was produced from 1935 to 1948.
Ford Model Y: The Ford Model Y, produced between 1932 and 1937, was also popular in Ireland due to its affordability and reliability.
Popular American cars:
Ford Model T: Although production ended in 1927, the Ford Model T was still a common sight on Irish roads in the 1930s due to its immense popularity and durability.
Ford Model A: This iconic car was produced from 1927 to 1931, and many were still on the road in the 1930s.
Other cars:
Riley 9: This small British car was known for its sporty handling and elegant design. It was produced from 1926 to 1938.
Wolseley Hornet: This small luxury car was popular among the upper class in Ireland. It was produced from 1930 to 1936.
It's worth noting that, while these cars were available in Ireland in the 1930s, car ownership was still a luxury for many people.
Ford established its first overseas production plant in Cork, Ireland, in 1917. The factory initially produced tractors, and later Model T cars and other vehicles. The Cork plant played a significant role in the development of the Irish motor industry and was a major employer in the region for many years.
Dunlop also had a significant presence in Cork, with a tyre factory established there in 1935. The factory employed thousands of people and was a major contributor to the local economy.
The presence of these major international manufacturers in Cork highlights the city's industrial heritage and its importance in the development of the Irish economy.
CARRIAGE BUT NO HORSE