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Hunger Strike Rosary Plaque (Crossmaglen)

Information on memorial
Memorial ID No.:
1278
Memorial Title:
Hunger Strike Rosary Plaque (Crossmaglen)
Commemorating:
The plaque has been installed to mark the spot where the Rosary was said during the period of the 1981 Hunger Strike.
Information about person(s) commemorated
Date of Incident:
05 May 1981
Description:
Rectangular-shaped stone plaque attached to a low wall.
Inscription(s):
The inscription has almost completely faded and is very difficult to read.
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Location Address:
Car Park, Cardinal O'Fiaich Square, Crossmaglen,
County Armagh, Northern Ireland.
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Location Guide:
In the centre of the village, within the car park, at the end closest to the Newry Road. Not far from the Republican figurative statue.
Map Grid Ref:
IH912151
X,Y Co-ordinates:
X: 291162, Y: 315118
Previous Location:
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Nature:
Paramilitary, Republican, IRA, INLA
Physical Type:
Plaque
Physical Materials:
Stone Marble
Setting:
Street
Access:
Public Unrestricted
Post Unveiling:
Commissioned By:
Republican Movement
Artist(s):
Date Unveiled:
6 May 2006
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First Viewed:
06 March 2009
Last Viewed:
06 March 2009
Photographs:
1
Comments:
One of two 'Rosary' plaques uncovered to date, the other being in Cullyhanna.
Compiler:
Martin Melaugh

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