Stephen CallaghanJun 9, 20232 minA forgotten Soldier's child - Sarah MussinWithin the Protestant section of Clonoghill Cemetery, perched upon the crest of the hill, is the grave of Sarah Mussin. Only aged 5...
Stephen CallaghanFeb 5, 20213 minPrivate Michael Byrne's Silver War BadgeThe Silver War Badge, often incorrectly called the Silver Wound Badge, is a fascinating award. First issued in 1916 the badge was issued...
Stephen CallaghanOct 16, 20202 minVenice Hackett V.A.D.Venice Clementia Henrietta Hackett was born at noon on 27 February 1887 in Strathblane, Scotland. She was the daughter of Edward Augustus...
Stephen CallaghanOct 9, 20205 min'I saw a temporary field hospital shelled' - L/Corp Cummins, Royal Irish RegimentJames Cummins was born in Clonmel, County Tipperary on 7 May 1881. He was the son of James Cummins and Mary Cummins (née O'Donnell)....