Hi all

This is a song I loved when I first heard it and proceeded to perform it at my local club.
Although , like you, I'm not sure about the use of the word "Tourist", Iwas brought to task about the use of 'Iron Men'.

One James O'neil at our club informed me that the term was "Island Men" and referred to the shipbuilding yards on Kings Island which I believe is situated on the river Shannon.

Hope this Helps

Regards John