Monday, November 1, 2010

Military Monday: An Irish lad lost


In Ireland in the early 20th century, despite the popular movement against conscription by the British, many young Irishmen voluntarily joined the British forces. This stone is a reminder of the many young Irish lives lost in World War I. This 19 year old man lost his life serving as a Lieutenant in the Royal Air Force and Royal Dublin Fusiliers.
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