Monthly Archives: July 2012

An Irish Diversion – The Easter Rising

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Magicfingers

During the last week of April 1916, Irish republicans fought British soldiers on the streets of Dublin.  Should the events of that particular week be of any interest whatsoever to you, you might find a series of posts, to be found in the Ireland category, … Continue reading →

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Dublin – St. Stephen’s Green: Fusiliers’ Arch

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Magicfingers

Fusiliers’ Arch, at the northern end of St. Stephen’s Green, commemorates the men of the Royal Dublin Fusiliers who died fighting for the British in the Second Boer War at the start of the 20th Century. Above and below: The … Continue reading →

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