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Exhumation of 796 Children’s Remains Begins in Tuam

7/13/2025

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The exhumation of 796 children’s remains from the Tuam mother-and-baby home in Ireland has commenced, shedding light on a heartbreaking chapter of history. Historian Catherine Corless, who revealed the scandal, advocates for the dignity these children deserve in burial. The Bon Secours Sisters and the Catholic Church have issued apologies, recognizing the profound injustices of the past.

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The exhumation of 796 children’s remains from the Tuam mother-and-baby home in Ireland has commenced, shedding light on a heartbreaking chapter of history. Historian Catherine Corless, who revealed the scandal, advocates for the dignity these children deserve in burial. The Bon Secours Sisters and the Catholic Church have issued apologies, recognizing the profound injustices of the past.