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Do we need to slavishly list people associated with Galway, many of whom are quite obscure, on this page?
Yes we bloody well do! History is not just about the rich and (in)famous!
Okay; I'll get working on it.
Is Galway not the third largest city in the state follwoing the recent census? Either that or the Advertiser is wrong!
yes it is the 3rd largest city when using city limits, the truth is that limerick has over 30,000 more people.
Also ive noticed when talking about urban areas in the galway article that you have derry as a larger urban area than Limerick and that is untrue, check the derry and limerick wiki and you will see that Limerick has a larger urban area. --???
The figures on crime are not presented in an accurate way. For example, the headline crime rate (from the Garda statistics) for Galway West for 2005 are 23.31 per 1000 of population. But these figures are not for Galway city (Galway West includes the city and the county west of the city). This clearly dilutes the figures. By way of comparison, Cork city has a figure of 27.81 per thousand and this does not include county Cork. So the claim that Galway city is the safest in the country is not backed up by the facts (probably Cork is safer in fact). Dontknowoo 22:13, 20 May 2007 (UTC)
is the crane bar always open? Vev(fr)
(Even then, "always open" would be... something of an exaggeration...)
I corrected spelling of "Connacht Tribune" (from "Connaught"). As it's the paper I write for, I couldn't really let that pass! Sergeirichard 17:51, 13 May 2005 (UTC)
-- Red King 18:40, 13 May 2005 (UTC)
Who wants to know if the crane bar is always open anyway??.. sure call into Padraigs on the docks... thats always open, hail rain or snow!!
Does anyone agree that the table of contents is too long and detailed considering the average paragraph lenght been short in comparison - could we simplyfy things? Djegan 30 June 2005 19:17 (UTC)
I would like to put some things up on the Wiki re Barna nad its history or would that require another separate page what category could I put it under? Samgalway
Did the Joyces not fight with the O'Fleaharty's (or however you spell it) against the British and as a reward, get lands now known as "Joyce Country". I am uneasy about the protrayal as Galway as a land of Irish loyal to the Queen.. even if it is true??
Advice to editors: before you repeat yet another popular misconception of the name and its origins, please read History of Galway#(Alternative) derivations of the name. -- Red King 16:23, 30 August 2005 (UTC)
Anoymous editor 83.71.162.221 asserts that "Cathair na Gaillimhe" is a recent creation. Where is the evidence? Before the Normans fortified it, it was Dún Bhun na Gaillimhe - the fort at the end (mouth) of the Gaillimh. When it acquired a stone wall, it became a Caher, becuase that is how Irish people described stone forts. The conventional translation you use is based on lack of understanding of the history and invalid assumptions about anglicisations. -- Red King 17:09, 22 September 2005 (UTC)
I've added a photo to the harbour section, but I'd like someone to check that the caption is appropriate. I'm relying on my memory and a map. Cheers! - Gobeirne 15:53, 30 October 2005 (UTC)
Its AFD agreed to do so. Johnleemk | Talk 11:52, 8 December 2005 (UTC)
-- Mais oui! 09:44, 24 July 2006 (UTC)
According to the most recent census, Galway is the 3rd largest city in the Republic of Ireland after Dublin and Cork. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 128.101.187.94 ( talk • contribs)
I agree with Djegan. However saying that Galway city is the 3rd city is officially true if you look at census 2006 but in reality it isn't.
—Preceding unsigned comment added by Taoiseach ( talk • contribs)
Yes there are a few smaller towns around Galway, such as Barna, Athenry, Oranmore, Carnmore etc. but the thing is with these towns is that they are geographically farther away from Galway city than Limerick suburbs are from Limerick city. http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?city=Galway&state=&country=IE
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?city=Limerick&country=Ireland&zoom=6
UL is not located within Limerick city (it's located in Castletroy(part of Ballysimon ED). In fact the 2 cineplexes in Limerick are not even located within the city limits, they are located in the suburbs of Co. Limerick(Castletroy + Raheen). The reason why Limerick city has experienced a population decline is because people don't want to live in the actual city, they prefer to live in a wealthier safer leafy suburbia outside of the city limits, so because of this the suburbs are growing in population, but the city population is declining. Hence the battle between the following councils Co. Clare, Limerick city, Co. Limerick over the City Boundary extension proposal. Co. Limerick county council is geting so much money in rates/taxes etc and none of this money is going to help the city with social initiatives etc.(which is just propagating the vicious circle of poverty/crime etc) Co. Clare doesn't want to lose any of its territory to a Greater Limerick. So what we are witnessing is a County versus City War. (The Have's against the Have Nots)
Unfortunately it appears content (irrespective of quality) is now determined by straw votes, see Talk:Cities in Ireland. Comments welcome. Djegan 19:28, 4 August 2006 (UTC)
above problem solved. Now there is a new problem. Galway's pedigree as a city is very much in question there (by me, but I would like to be proved wrong!) -- Red King 21:12, 11 August 2006 (UTC)
the population figures from the 2006 census offically stated that Galway is the third largest city in the republic.until the boundaries of other cities change, that is how it will officially remain.
The article currently has no sources at all which is a requirement under the GA criteria. Add inline citations to all statements that may be questioned about verifiability and look to other GA/FAs for examples. Make sure the other criteria are met as well before reformatting. -- Nehrams2020 09:06, 24 February 2007 (UTC)
I removed the following segments relating to transport in Galway. This page is no place for the promotion of political parties.
In addition, a proposal has been put forward for a Light-rail system, the Corrib Light Rail. The proposal has proved very popular with Galway City Council and Galwegians alike, and in January 2007, the Green Party promised light rail for Galway, as well as Cork, if it forms part of the next government. A map of the Green Party's proposal can be found here. [1]
Fianna Fáil have now announced that they will carry out feasibility studies for bringing light rail to Ireland's main 'provincial cities' - Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford. This has further boosted the possibility of light rail in Galway.
[2]
"Although some gig goers have voiced their disapproval of some of these groups shameless self promotion." Who? When? What? This is contentious, vague and undocumented. 74.64.42.117 15:14, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
It seems to me that the amount on information about the CT group is excessive and disproportionate. This article is about Galway, not the CT group. Comments welcome. -- Red King 19:37, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
Hi, is there anyone who can shed light on healthcare available in Galway and health status of the population in Galway? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 203.126.191.194 ( talk) 07:51, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
The information about Irish being spoken by locals is misleading. Irish is heard very rarely, whereas you hear Polish everywhere and all the time.
Why was my comment on the infrastructure of Galway removed? Everyone who has been to Galway knows that the roads are horrible. Looking at the traffic jams you'd think your in New York city, not a small town in Ireland. I don't think that should be omitted. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 76.17.194.59 ( talk) 20:14, 28 September 2007
Should the list of twin cities be organized in a certain way? I think that they should be ordered either by country, date of start of twinning or alphabetical order. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Shanehahaha ( talk • contribs) 20:53, 14 October 2007 (UTC)
Airports: I have been living here for a few months and added in the link to CityLink, because I use it to get to Cork or Dublin Airports. It's not for promo as I would rather not be living here at all, but they are the only service I know that links Galway to Dublin or Cork, which is where most European visitors come into Ireland from. Likewise, Galway Airport connects to virtually nowhere and most tourists will be arriving by Dublin or Cork seeing as Shannon goes nowhere but London outside of the US. I think it would be a good idea to put in all the distances to the airports, and to say how to get there - as far as I know, the quickest way to Dublin ro Cork airports is by CityLink or by driving. I could have certainly benefitted if someone had put that on when I moved here 6 months ago and saved myself a lot of car journeys.
There is also a need I think to have Aerfort na Minna and the Aran Islands written in English in brackets as some people will come specifically for those and not know why they are not listed. Again, just to help tourism and for foreigners looking to visit. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Peter4779 ( talk • contribs) 18:50, 17 December 2007
Bold text Excuse the bold text. I have very bad eye sight.
I live in Washington State in USA. I and my wife are retired and are looking to relocate to Ireland. My ancestry I have been told, has its roots in Galway.
I think we would like to live out our lives in a quiet, one story, perhaps country style home to enjoy the beauty of your country and location.
We are wondering what a home cost range would be for a couple in their retirement years. We do not like apartment or condo living.
Thank you, LS CONEY —Preceding unsigned comment added by 67.183.119.116 ( talk) 15:51, 29 February 2008 (UTC)
Terrible pity two of the largest and most influential legal organisations in the City of Galway cannot get a link. Particularly where other commerce related groups are getting mentioned. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Zoom505 ( talk • contribs) 10:04, 15 May 2009 (UTC)
". . . St. Nicholas Collegiate Church in Galway, a Protestant Church with a clock steeple. There are clocks on three sides of the steeple but the fourth side, which faces the traditionally Catholic community, has no clock which gave rise to the expression, 'They won't even give us the time of day!'"
source: http://www.sabrams.com/news/travelgirl/2007/07/2007_07_travelgirl.php
If this is true it would be good to add and perhaps added to an origin-of-phrases section somewhere else —Preceding unsigned comment added by 69.64.235.42 ( talk) 01:43, 25 May 2009 (UTC)
Hello, I'm not sure if the Volvo Ocean Race is actually an annual event, as mentioned on line 212. It even says on that list the year '2009'. Could this event perhaps be moved into it's own section on the page? Shane ( talk) 20:35, 18 June 2009 (UTC)
Is this line spammy or legitimate. When I visited there, it seemed a bit unprofessional. Eitherway, if this link is relevant then mabye it should blend in more with the tone of the page. Shane ( talk) 21:58, 21 August 2009 (UTC)
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ships of up to 10,000 metric tonnes dwt??? Deadweight tonnage is a measure of capacity and does not require the metric tonne designation. Apart from the blurriness of this information it might be more useful to specify what the maximum draught offered by Galway harbour is. Moreover does Galway style itself as a "harbour" or a port? Everybody got to be somewhere! ( talk) 17:15, 2 February 2014 (UTC)
The original article on the Galway public bicycle rental scheme has been removed (as have several attempts on the Limerick page) I would propose adding an article based on the Cork (city) page as, despite some editors categorising the scheme as advertising, I believe that the scheme is noteworthy and advertising is not the schemes reason for being. The scheme has had a lot of public money spent on it and is not set up to provide a revenue flow to the (admittedly unpopular to some) sponsor. Many other public bicycle rental schemes are included in Wikipedia, with several having their own pages, including some with the sponsors name included in the title, the London scheme is sponsored by a bank (surely there can not be a less popular classification of business). There is even a category “Community bicycle programs.”
The text, with references, I propose follows, What is the feeling out there in Wiki land? Is this worth including on the Galway page?
“In 2014, a public bicycle rental scheme was launched. The scheme is operated by An Rothar Nua on behalf of the National Transport Authority, with funding supplemented by an advertising sponsor. [1]” Regards Johnny — Preceding unsigned comment added by 109.153.248.8 ( talk) 22:14, 18 February 2015 (UTC)
Why is there no montage image for the article while other cities in Ireland with a smaller population have? I would gladly make one myself but I have no idea how. Anyone? Sliothar ( talk) 09:56, 5 June 2015 (UTC)
I've made several changes to sections, their positions, and the general layout of the article, based on how the Dublin article has been laid out. Some sections might not even need to be coded as sections. - Mardus ( talk) 17:26, 15 August 2015 (UTC)
Please feel free to change and try out other images. Charlesolivercork
"Galway Textile Printers" located on Sandy Road was the first major industry to come to Galway and quickly became one of the biggest employers in the west of Ireland. Some of those who worked there were specialists who were brought in to help set the factory up, but most employees were local. The Mills eventually went out of business in in the early 1980s and its former site now hosts various small business establishments. [1] [2]
I have severe doubt if this section is relevant. (Nore, I did not remove it.) The Banner talk 20:05, 18 January 2019 (UTC)
This section is not to an encyclopedia standard. Some of the 'facts' seem dubious, and the sources quoted appear to be selected from obscure works (which probably would not withstand a peer-review). Indeed some 'facts' are not even cited. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 2001:7E8:CB4A:A500:6472:9AE4:46DC:5476 ( talk) 17:15, 28 February 2021 (UTC)
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Do we need to slavishly list people associated with Galway, many of whom are quite obscure, on this page?
Yes we bloody well do! History is not just about the rich and (in)famous!
Okay; I'll get working on it.
Is Galway not the third largest city in the state follwoing the recent census? Either that or the Advertiser is wrong!
yes it is the 3rd largest city when using city limits, the truth is that limerick has over 30,000 more people.
Also ive noticed when talking about urban areas in the galway article that you have derry as a larger urban area than Limerick and that is untrue, check the derry and limerick wiki and you will see that Limerick has a larger urban area. --???
The figures on crime are not presented in an accurate way. For example, the headline crime rate (from the Garda statistics) for Galway West for 2005 are 23.31 per 1000 of population. But these figures are not for Galway city (Galway West includes the city and the county west of the city). This clearly dilutes the figures. By way of comparison, Cork city has a figure of 27.81 per thousand and this does not include county Cork. So the claim that Galway city is the safest in the country is not backed up by the facts (probably Cork is safer in fact). Dontknowoo 22:13, 20 May 2007 (UTC)
is the crane bar always open? Vev(fr)
(Even then, "always open" would be... something of an exaggeration...)
I corrected spelling of "Connacht Tribune" (from "Connaught"). As it's the paper I write for, I couldn't really let that pass! Sergeirichard 17:51, 13 May 2005 (UTC)
-- Red King 18:40, 13 May 2005 (UTC)
Who wants to know if the crane bar is always open anyway??.. sure call into Padraigs on the docks... thats always open, hail rain or snow!!
Does anyone agree that the table of contents is too long and detailed considering the average paragraph lenght been short in comparison - could we simplyfy things? Djegan 30 June 2005 19:17 (UTC)
I would like to put some things up on the Wiki re Barna nad its history or would that require another separate page what category could I put it under? Samgalway
Did the Joyces not fight with the O'Fleaharty's (or however you spell it) against the British and as a reward, get lands now known as "Joyce Country". I am uneasy about the protrayal as Galway as a land of Irish loyal to the Queen.. even if it is true??
Advice to editors: before you repeat yet another popular misconception of the name and its origins, please read History of Galway#(Alternative) derivations of the name. -- Red King 16:23, 30 August 2005 (UTC)
Anoymous editor 83.71.162.221 asserts that "Cathair na Gaillimhe" is a recent creation. Where is the evidence? Before the Normans fortified it, it was Dún Bhun na Gaillimhe - the fort at the end (mouth) of the Gaillimh. When it acquired a stone wall, it became a Caher, becuase that is how Irish people described stone forts. The conventional translation you use is based on lack of understanding of the history and invalid assumptions about anglicisations. -- Red King 17:09, 22 September 2005 (UTC)
I've added a photo to the harbour section, but I'd like someone to check that the caption is appropriate. I'm relying on my memory and a map. Cheers! - Gobeirne 15:53, 30 October 2005 (UTC)
Its AFD agreed to do so. Johnleemk | Talk 11:52, 8 December 2005 (UTC)
-- Mais oui! 09:44, 24 July 2006 (UTC)
According to the most recent census, Galway is the 3rd largest city in the Republic of Ireland after Dublin and Cork. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 128.101.187.94 ( talk • contribs)
I agree with Djegan. However saying that Galway city is the 3rd city is officially true if you look at census 2006 but in reality it isn't.
—Preceding unsigned comment added by Taoiseach ( talk • contribs)
Yes there are a few smaller towns around Galway, such as Barna, Athenry, Oranmore, Carnmore etc. but the thing is with these towns is that they are geographically farther away from Galway city than Limerick suburbs are from Limerick city. http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?city=Galway&state=&country=IE
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?city=Limerick&country=Ireland&zoom=6
UL is not located within Limerick city (it's located in Castletroy(part of Ballysimon ED). In fact the 2 cineplexes in Limerick are not even located within the city limits, they are located in the suburbs of Co. Limerick(Castletroy + Raheen). The reason why Limerick city has experienced a population decline is because people don't want to live in the actual city, they prefer to live in a wealthier safer leafy suburbia outside of the city limits, so because of this the suburbs are growing in population, but the city population is declining. Hence the battle between the following councils Co. Clare, Limerick city, Co. Limerick over the City Boundary extension proposal. Co. Limerick county council is geting so much money in rates/taxes etc and none of this money is going to help the city with social initiatives etc.(which is just propagating the vicious circle of poverty/crime etc) Co. Clare doesn't want to lose any of its territory to a Greater Limerick. So what we are witnessing is a County versus City War. (The Have's against the Have Nots)
Unfortunately it appears content (irrespective of quality) is now determined by straw votes, see Talk:Cities in Ireland. Comments welcome. Djegan 19:28, 4 August 2006 (UTC)
above problem solved. Now there is a new problem. Galway's pedigree as a city is very much in question there (by me, but I would like to be proved wrong!) -- Red King 21:12, 11 August 2006 (UTC)
the population figures from the 2006 census offically stated that Galway is the third largest city in the republic.until the boundaries of other cities change, that is how it will officially remain.
The article currently has no sources at all which is a requirement under the GA criteria. Add inline citations to all statements that may be questioned about verifiability and look to other GA/FAs for examples. Make sure the other criteria are met as well before reformatting. -- Nehrams2020 09:06, 24 February 2007 (UTC)
I removed the following segments relating to transport in Galway. This page is no place for the promotion of political parties.
In addition, a proposal has been put forward for a Light-rail system, the Corrib Light Rail. The proposal has proved very popular with Galway City Council and Galwegians alike, and in January 2007, the Green Party promised light rail for Galway, as well as Cork, if it forms part of the next government. A map of the Green Party's proposal can be found here. [1]
Fianna Fáil have now announced that they will carry out feasibility studies for bringing light rail to Ireland's main 'provincial cities' - Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford. This has further boosted the possibility of light rail in Galway.
[2]
"Although some gig goers have voiced their disapproval of some of these groups shameless self promotion." Who? When? What? This is contentious, vague and undocumented. 74.64.42.117 15:14, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
It seems to me that the amount on information about the CT group is excessive and disproportionate. This article is about Galway, not the CT group. Comments welcome. -- Red King 19:37, 29 August 2007 (UTC)
Hi, is there anyone who can shed light on healthcare available in Galway and health status of the population in Galway? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 203.126.191.194 ( talk) 07:51, 12 September 2007 (UTC)
The information about Irish being spoken by locals is misleading. Irish is heard very rarely, whereas you hear Polish everywhere and all the time.
Why was my comment on the infrastructure of Galway removed? Everyone who has been to Galway knows that the roads are horrible. Looking at the traffic jams you'd think your in New York city, not a small town in Ireland. I don't think that should be omitted. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 76.17.194.59 ( talk) 20:14, 28 September 2007
Should the list of twin cities be organized in a certain way? I think that they should be ordered either by country, date of start of twinning or alphabetical order. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Shanehahaha ( talk • contribs) 20:53, 14 October 2007 (UTC)
Airports: I have been living here for a few months and added in the link to CityLink, because I use it to get to Cork or Dublin Airports. It's not for promo as I would rather not be living here at all, but they are the only service I know that links Galway to Dublin or Cork, which is where most European visitors come into Ireland from. Likewise, Galway Airport connects to virtually nowhere and most tourists will be arriving by Dublin or Cork seeing as Shannon goes nowhere but London outside of the US. I think it would be a good idea to put in all the distances to the airports, and to say how to get there - as far as I know, the quickest way to Dublin ro Cork airports is by CityLink or by driving. I could have certainly benefitted if someone had put that on when I moved here 6 months ago and saved myself a lot of car journeys.
There is also a need I think to have Aerfort na Minna and the Aran Islands written in English in brackets as some people will come specifically for those and not know why they are not listed. Again, just to help tourism and for foreigners looking to visit. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Peter4779 ( talk • contribs) 18:50, 17 December 2007
Bold text Excuse the bold text. I have very bad eye sight.
I live in Washington State in USA. I and my wife are retired and are looking to relocate to Ireland. My ancestry I have been told, has its roots in Galway.
I think we would like to live out our lives in a quiet, one story, perhaps country style home to enjoy the beauty of your country and location.
We are wondering what a home cost range would be for a couple in their retirement years. We do not like apartment or condo living.
Thank you, LS CONEY —Preceding unsigned comment added by 67.183.119.116 ( talk) 15:51, 29 February 2008 (UTC)
Terrible pity two of the largest and most influential legal organisations in the City of Galway cannot get a link. Particularly where other commerce related groups are getting mentioned. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Zoom505 ( talk • contribs) 10:04, 15 May 2009 (UTC)
". . . St. Nicholas Collegiate Church in Galway, a Protestant Church with a clock steeple. There are clocks on three sides of the steeple but the fourth side, which faces the traditionally Catholic community, has no clock which gave rise to the expression, 'They won't even give us the time of day!'"
source: http://www.sabrams.com/news/travelgirl/2007/07/2007_07_travelgirl.php
If this is true it would be good to add and perhaps added to an origin-of-phrases section somewhere else —Preceding unsigned comment added by 69.64.235.42 ( talk) 01:43, 25 May 2009 (UTC)
Hello, I'm not sure if the Volvo Ocean Race is actually an annual event, as mentioned on line 212. It even says on that list the year '2009'. Could this event perhaps be moved into it's own section on the page? Shane ( talk) 20:35, 18 June 2009 (UTC)
Is this line spammy or legitimate. When I visited there, it seemed a bit unprofessional. Eitherway, if this link is relevant then mabye it should blend in more with the tone of the page. Shane ( talk) 21:58, 21 August 2009 (UTC)
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ships of up to 10,000 metric tonnes dwt??? Deadweight tonnage is a measure of capacity and does not require the metric tonne designation. Apart from the blurriness of this information it might be more useful to specify what the maximum draught offered by Galway harbour is. Moreover does Galway style itself as a "harbour" or a port? Everybody got to be somewhere! ( talk) 17:15, 2 February 2014 (UTC)
The original article on the Galway public bicycle rental scheme has been removed (as have several attempts on the Limerick page) I would propose adding an article based on the Cork (city) page as, despite some editors categorising the scheme as advertising, I believe that the scheme is noteworthy and advertising is not the schemes reason for being. The scheme has had a lot of public money spent on it and is not set up to provide a revenue flow to the (admittedly unpopular to some) sponsor. Many other public bicycle rental schemes are included in Wikipedia, with several having their own pages, including some with the sponsors name included in the title, the London scheme is sponsored by a bank (surely there can not be a less popular classification of business). There is even a category “Community bicycle programs.”
The text, with references, I propose follows, What is the feeling out there in Wiki land? Is this worth including on the Galway page?
“In 2014, a public bicycle rental scheme was launched. The scheme is operated by An Rothar Nua on behalf of the National Transport Authority, with funding supplemented by an advertising sponsor. [1]” Regards Johnny — Preceding unsigned comment added by 109.153.248.8 ( talk) 22:14, 18 February 2015 (UTC)
Why is there no montage image for the article while other cities in Ireland with a smaller population have? I would gladly make one myself but I have no idea how. Anyone? Sliothar ( talk) 09:56, 5 June 2015 (UTC)
I've made several changes to sections, their positions, and the general layout of the article, based on how the Dublin article has been laid out. Some sections might not even need to be coded as sections. - Mardus ( talk) 17:26, 15 August 2015 (UTC)
Please feel free to change and try out other images. Charlesolivercork
"Galway Textile Printers" located on Sandy Road was the first major industry to come to Galway and quickly became one of the biggest employers in the west of Ireland. Some of those who worked there were specialists who were brought in to help set the factory up, but most employees were local. The Mills eventually went out of business in in the early 1980s and its former site now hosts various small business establishments. [1] [2]
I have severe doubt if this section is relevant. (Nore, I did not remove it.) The Banner talk 20:05, 18 January 2019 (UTC)
This section is not to an encyclopedia standard. Some of the 'facts' seem dubious, and the sources quoted appear to be selected from obscure works (which probably would not withstand a peer-review). Indeed some 'facts' are not even cited. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 2001:7E8:CB4A:A500:6472:9AE4:46DC:5476 ( talk) 17:15, 28 February 2021 (UTC)