Early Life
Conor Clune was born in the village of Quin, County Clare, the son of John and Bridget Clune (née Walsh) of Kilkishen. Clune was one of a family of seven boys and three girls. His uncle was Patrick Clune, Bishop of Perth, Western Australia, who became the first Archbishop of Perth in 1913. He was educated at the local National School and St. Flannan’s College, Ennis. A Gaelic League enthusiast, he also spent some time at Ring Irish College, Colaiste na Rinne, Co. Waterford. From a young age he was active in Gaelic League circles, and spoke Irish on every occasion possible.
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