Late Paul M. Kerrigan.
The death has occurred of architect and historian Paul Kerrigan, Elphin, Co. Roscommon. Paul was best known in this area as an expert on the Shannon Defences, including those at Shannonbridge (which incorporates the Old Fort Restaurant). His book "Castles and Fortifications in Ireland 1485 to 1945" includes the definitive study of the Shannonbridge Fortifications. He gave many talks to local historical societies and in one he included a photograph of the barracks in Shannonbridge (on the site of Garda Station) which was demolished in 1974. May he rest in peace.
Offaly GAA Championship Fixtures.
A tough draw for our Senior footballers and hurlers in the qualifiers. The footballers are against Wexford at Wexford Park and the hurlers take on Cork in Tullamore. Unfortunately both matches clash as they are on the same day, Saturday July 4th at 6.00pm. Here's wishing both teams all the best.
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A great historian and his assistance and guidance in the restoration of Martello Tower Fortification Tower Number Seven Killiney, Co. Dublin was really the key to a successful reconstruction of a great national monument. I wonder where all his records are held for future use. Niall.tower@iol.ie
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