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A forgotten Soldier's child - Sarah Mussin
Within the Protestant section of Clonoghill Cemetery, perched upon the crest of the hill, is the grave of Sarah Mussin. Only aged 5...
Stephen Callaghan
Jun 9, 20232 min read
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Private Michael Byrne's Silver War Badge
The Silver War Badge, often incorrectly called the Silver Wound Badge, is a fascinating award. First issued in 1916 the badge was issued...
Stephen Callaghan
Feb 5, 20213 min read
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Venice 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 Callaghan
Oct 16, 20202 min read
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'I saw a temporary field hospital shelled' - L/Corp Cummins, Royal Irish Regiment
James Cummins was born in Clonmel, County Tipperary on 7 May 1881. He was the son of James Cummins and Mary Cummins (née O'Donnell)....
Stephen Callaghan
Oct 9, 20205 min read
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Buried with a view - Private Andrew Cahill, Royal Irish Regiment
Oughterard graveyard, County Kildare is situated on the hillside beside the village of Ardclough. The graveyard and area is steeped in...
Stephen Callaghan
Jul 17, 20202 min read
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'A very fine young officer' - Second Lieut Gerald White, Royal Irish Regiment
Today’s post is themed to coincide with the 104th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme. It focuses on Gerald John Davis White, a...
Stephen Callaghan
Jul 3, 20202 min read
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