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I've heard that St. Patrick drove the rats out of Ireland. I'm from the USA and?

have heard that from since I was a little kid. Is this true? It doesnt seem to me that there are NO rats anywhere. I thought rats were in all countries. Can you guys from Ireland let me know? Much appreciated

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  • melindy
    Lv 6
    9 years ago
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    No, he drove the snakes out of Ireland . Snakes is a euphemism for the druids since snakes aren't native to Ireland.

  • gunsrfunmg
    Lv 6
    9 years ago

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLxgmWe-6ZU

    This song should explain it.

    The pagans were typically referred to as snakes but also vermin, beasts, frogs, etc. as awful as it is.

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