Just after the National Day of Commemoration, the military heritage of the town of Tipperary was discussed. The Tipperary Peace Convention was held from 5-8 July and featured a Song of Peace Concert. The Peace Convention was established because of … Continue reading
Thanks to Pat Bracken, De Montfort University, for this post! The Military and Athletics With the impending London Olympics looming large on the horizon many millions of people will follow with great interest, their favoured competitor, or Olympic discipline. For many … Continue reading
Watching this photo montage 1 of the last wedding in Mullingar’s garrison chapel, St Barbara’s, prompted some questions I have (sort of) answered and others that will have to wait for another day. Source: National Library of Ireland, catalogue.nli.ie/Record/vtls000332062 (Accessed … Continue reading