Jul 05
Just over a hundred years ago, the shelling of the Four Courts signalled the start of the Civil War. As the so called ‘Battle of Dublin’ raged, the capital’s main thoroughfare was once again in flames. For the second time in just over six years, Sackville Street (now known as O’Connell Street) was once again …
Jul 05
John Francis Homan was the principal of the East Wall Boys School from 1895 to his retirement in 1926. He was also a volunteer with the St Johns Ambulance Brigade, and this is his account of his activity during the ‘Battle of Dublin’ (28th June to 5th July): This valuable historical document is courtesy …
