Category: Ita’s World

For centuries Irish soldiers served in various armies in Europe, particularly France and Spain, establishing a formidable reputation as able and loyal fighting men. Some of them rose to the highest military ranks in Europe and beyond. In 2012 an exhibition ‘1689-2011, The Irish and France: Three Centuries of Military Relations’ was held at the Military Museum, Les Invalides in Paris. It aimed to highlight the strong links that exist between Ireland and France, bringing it to the attention…

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Coinciding with the Fleadh in Cavan in 2012, an exhibition “Women of the Revolution” was organised by Sinn Fein from 16 to 21 August at the former Eagle Bar, Bridge Street, Cavan. It chronicled the role of women in Irish history and the struggle for Irish freedom, starting from the 1916 Easter Rising. Visual displays included extensive archival photographs, images, press and other material including a selection of memorabilia. Guest speaker for the launch was Eibhlin Glenholmes, Belfast republican,…

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