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In pics: 40 years of the Trócaire Lenten box

Do you remember these designs?

POSSIBLY ONE OF the most recognisable and enduring charity campaign devices in Ireland, the Trócaire Lenten campaign box is marking its 40th year.

These are some of the designs which would have featured in Irish households over the past four decades. Do you remember any of them?

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In pics: 40 years of the Trócaire Lenten box

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Poll: Do you have a Trócaire box in the house?>

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