FRANK BUSTEED (1898-1974) Vice-Commandant, 6th Battalion, 1st Cork Brigade (Commandant -Flying Column) , War of Independence . Commandant Sixth Battalion, Civil War. by Brian O’Donoghue B.A. Hons. History. (Grandson) Introduction. Frank Busteed has been described as somewhat of a legend in his native Blarney. He is chiefly known for his involvement in the Irish War [...]
To the Editor -The Irish Times (Re article by Ronan Mc Greevy -President condemns War of Independence execution -27/5/2021) President condemns IRA War of Independence execution (irishtimes.com) **I have added a few lines to my original letter-marked * Dear Sir, I refer to the above and wish to set the record straight in regard to [...]
Captain Frank Hurley 3rd West Cork Brigade IRA By Greg Mahony CAPTAIN FRANK HURLEY (1891-1921) 3rd West Cork Brigade Irish Republican Army On 9 May 2021, the 100th Anniversary of the death of Captain Frank Hurley, 3rd West Cork Brigade will be remembered by his descendants in Ireland, USA and Australia. They honour and remember [...]
Sunday Independent article- by Eoghan Harris A reply (Fearless Mary Lindsay has better right to be a feminist icon than Markievicz) Dear Sir, I wish to respond to the above article, in which Mr .Harris ,in my opinion , very unfairly and narrowly portrays my grandfather Frank Busteed , V/C 6th Battalion , [...]
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Subject: Tracing Mr. Edward Brett Co Tipperary I am enquiring about an Edward Brett (Eddie Brett) Shangarry, Ballingarry, Co. Tipperary who was in the Old IRA and like many of his day never spoke of his involvement which is understandable, the times they lived in. I also know the British after the [...]
The Irish Volunteers Commemorative Organisation wish all our members,supporters and Friends a happy and peaceful Christmas 2020. We also remember our deceased members. These, through a hundred years of gloom and doubting, Speak trumpet-toned today Above the cry of creed and faction´s shouting, To tread the olden way. These, in the hearts of all [...]
Lessons of Kilmichael: Reflections on the War of Independence. Talk given by Jack Lane, Aubane Historical Society, for centenary 28 November 2020. CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW: Kilmichael Centenary Commemoration - YouTube
A Chara; As we prepare for the 153rd anniversary/commemoration of the execution of the Manchester Martyrs I thought I would share some of the research I have done on the noted subject. I am also attaching a photo of the display case holding the pistol used in firing into the van door's lock and the [...]