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 …
Oct 08
“I see his blood upon the rose” Sean Hunter, Bloody Sunday and his tragic death in 1922 The grave of Michael Collins in Glasnevin Cemetary is the most visited grave in Ireland. His grave is constantly adorned with flowers and other tributes, and is rarely without a group around it. The late historian Shane Mac …
