Hunger Strike Rosary Plaque (Crossmaglen)
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Memorial
ID No.: |
1278 |
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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.
BT35 ??? |
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 |
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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: |
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Commissioned
By: |
Republican Movement |
Artist(s): |
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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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