45th anniversary commemoration in memory of George McBrearty

By Kerrie Quinn

Published 25th May 2026, 15:07 BST

Updated 25th May 2026, 15:08 BST

The 45th anniversary of the late IRA Volunteer George McBrearty took place in Creggan at the weekend.

Mr. McBrearty was aged 23 when he was shot dead by undercover British soldiers alongside his comrade Charles ‘Pop’ Maguire (21) on May 28, 1981.

Wreaths were laid by members of George’s family at the commemoration in Creggan on Sunday.

Former gun-runner and POW John Crawley, delivered the main oration at the memorial event.

Stephen Ramsey : . Photo: Kerrie Quinn

George McBrearty Commemoration in the Garden of Tribute : . Photo: Kerrie Quinn

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George McBrearty Commemoration. : . Photo: Kerrie Quinn

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