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In Co. Wexford, Government Troops March South Out of Gorey
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In County Wexford, government troops march south from Gorey, while rebels from Carrigrew advance north. The two forces clash at Tubberneering, where the rebels defeat the government troops. Following the battle, government forces withdraw north, and rebels occupy Gorey.