The aftermath of rioting in the Bogside area of Derry back in February 1976.

placeholder image — The aftermath of rioting in the Bogside area of Derry back in February 1976.

69 great photos from Derry & Donegal back in February 1976

By Brendan McDaid

Published 17th Feb 2026, 11:22 BST

Pictured are people and places as featured in the pages of the Derry Journal 50 years ago back in February 1976.

Photos: Derry Journal archive.

St Brecan's School at the Journal Office.

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St Brecan's School at the Journal Office. Photo: DJ

Francis Campbell in Palladium Show.

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Francis Campbell in Palladium Show. Photo: DJ

M Nash and M Duddy, St Mary's Boxers.

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M Nash and M Duddy, St Mary's Boxers. Photo: DJ

Gerry and Paul Craig, N.I. Internationals.

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Gerry and Paul Craig, N.I. Internationals. Photo: DJ

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