Examines Ireland’s contribution to the First World War through the 10th and 16th (Irish) Divisions and the 36th ..

... 36th {Ulster) Division, with particular reference to the Battle of the Somme See the reconstructed trench system and museum; guided tours, an audio-visual recreation of the Battle of the Somme | “Women at War’ exhibition, examining their involvement in ...

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... Who's the Boss?; RTE News; Weather 21823352 11:30 90th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme 84624623 1:05 RTE News; Weather 58901517 1:15 In the Line of Fire: The Battle of the Somme 44287062 2:15 999 Emergency 76997975 2:30 RTE Racing 50742130 5:10 Nuacht ...

Published: Saturday 01 July 2006
Newspaper: Irish Independent
County: Dublin, Republic of Ireland
Type: Illustrated | Words: 287 | Page: 118 | Tags: none

Wilson defends arch role

... weekend. Mr Wilson was under attack from nationalists for being present at the dedication of the arch, which depicted the Battle of the Somme, “the O r banmners on display had reflected the modern-day UVF and Red Hand Commando which former SDLP lord may Alban ...

Published: Tuesday 04 July 2000
Newspaper: Belfast News-Letter
County: Antrim, Northern Ireland
Type: Article | Words: 182 | Page: 5 | Tags: none

Decision had been considered ‘carefully and prayerfully’

... out, “To commemorate the Battle of the Somme, while also initiating reconciliation in the town, four Union Flags will be flown from the church spire for one day each year, the Ist July, the anniversary of the Battle of the Somme.” In its communication to ...

Published: Thursday 11 April 2002
Newspaper: Lurgan Mail
County: Armagh, Northern Ireland
Type: Article | Words: 375 | Page: 2 | Tags: none

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

... ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY 1916 First day of the battle of the Somme in the First World War. In less than 24 hours there were 60,000 British casualties. 1937 The 999 emergency service came into operation in Britain. ...

Published: Saturday 01 July 2000
Newspaper: Scarborough Evening News
County: Yorkshire, England
Type: Article | Words: 39 | Page: 8 | Tags: none

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

... ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY 1916 The first battle of the Somme ended. 1928 The first Mickey Mouse cartoon, Steamboat Willie, was shown. 1987 The worst fire in the history of the London Underground killed 31 people at King’s Cross. ...

Published: Monday 18 November 2002
Newspaper: Scarborough Evening News
County: Yorkshire, England
Type: Article | Words: 40 | Page: 8 | Tags: none

The bloody Somme remembered as history is shared

... The bloody Somme remembered as history is shared Brian Dowling Political Correspondent PRESIDENT Mary McAleese and Taoiseach Bertie Ahern will lead the commemoration for the 90th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme today. The Government decided that ...

Published: Saturday 01 July 2006
Newspaper: Irish Independent
County: Dublin, Republic of Ireland
Type: Article | Words: 369 | Page: 8 | Tags: none

An even greater Irish sacrifice Bruce Arnold on how the flower of our manhood was mown down in the Battle

... An even greater Irish sacrifice Bruce Arnold on how the flower of our manhood was mown down in the Battle of the Somme Review 9 And the craic was ninety! Kim Bielenberg compares the devastated 1916 Dublin City Centre with its counterpart today Review ...

Published: Saturday 15 April 2006
Newspaper: Irish Independent
County: Dublin, Republic of Ireland
Type: Illustrated | Words: 45 | Page: 52 | Tags: none

Somme commemoration was a turn in our history McAleese

... Somme commemoration was a turn in our history McAleese Brian Dowling Political Corresi Indent THE national ration of the 90th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme marked a turn of history and reconciliation. Reflecting on Saturday's commemoration ...

Published: Monday 03 July 2006
Newspaper: Irish Independent
County: Dublin, Republic of Ireland
Type: Illustrated | Words: 594 | Page: 12 | Tags: none

Thousands pay tribute t{o the fallen

... Thousands pay tribute t{o the fallen ARADES commemorating the Battle of the Somme will take place in Belfast and other centres throughout Northern Ireland today. Thousands are expected to take part with special focus on the parade at Belfast City Hall ...

Published: Monday 01 July 2002
Newspaper: Belfast News-Letter
County: Antrim, Northern Ireland
Type: Illustrated | Words: 233 | Page: 11 | Tags: none

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... tranquillisers because of the constant noise. Mr Caira said that on Sunday the disturbance was SO great it sounded like the Battle of the Somme. He has complained to environmental health officers who are investigating. (00JAN54DC) ...