Published Date:
22 August 2008
By Staff reporter
For the first time ever a tour of plaques erected to honour the IRA dead of the Bogside and Brandywell has taken place.
A spokesperson for the Derry Republican Graves Association said last Saturday’s event was in memory of the “volunteers of Briogáid Dhoire Óglaigh na h-Éireann who died on active service” in the area.
He added: “The tour was given by family members, friends and former comrades of the fallen volunteers. Despite atrocious weather conditions, it was great to see such a large turnout and for everyone to stay for the duration of the tour.
Tree planting
“A tree planting ceremony took place at Westland Street to remember all those young people from the area who died during the conflict.
“The tour ended with Emer Gallagher, great grand daughter of the Cumann na mBan Volunteer Elizabeth Doherty, reading the local roll of honour.”
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Last Updated:
21 August 2008 11:54 AM
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Source:
Journal Friday
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Location:
Derry
