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Collins GAA was a Gaelic Athletic Association club based in the city of Cork in Ireland. The club was composed of military personnel who were based at Collins Barracks and fielded teams in both hurling and Gaelic football.

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References

  1. "Club Titles - Cork". Hogan Stand. Retrieved 24 December 2019.