The origins of an ancient pseudonym

I am writing to enquire as to the meaning of the pseudonym “Faugh-a-Ballagh” as featured regularly on the sports page.

The origins of an ancient pseudonym
Wed, 09 Jul, 2003 - 01:00

I would be most grateful to find out.

Patrick Ryan

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