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Constable Michael Sugrue338 viewsSeated on right in photograph, Michael Sugrue was one of three brothers who joined the Police. They were natives of Everaugh, Co Kerry. Although most of his service was in Beara, this photograph was taken in Carrick-On-Suir where he also served. On Disbandment of the R.I.C. in 1922 he returned to Castletownbere where he farmed until his death in the early 1970’s
Mar 01, 2009
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Garda Sgt. Michael Walsh, Adrigole213 viewsMichael was the Sgt. there from 1926 - 1945. An outstanding footballer, he played with Adrigole and was on the Beara team that won the county senior championship in the 1930’s. He is pictured with his daughter Joan, Gardai Colman and Joe Kilduff at the Adrigole BarracksDec 21, 2008
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The First Garda in Allihies Early 1920's222 viewsDec 21, 2008
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King Edward VII Commemoration Medal, 1903 (Ireland) 188 viewsThis Medal was awarded to Sergeant William Ruth R.I.C during a Royal visit to Castletown Berehaven on the 1st August 1903 by King Edward and Queen Alexandra.
On the left, Hibernia can be seen looking over Kingstown (Dun Laoghaire) Harbour with the Royal Yacht Victoria & Albert III in the Background.
Jun 26, 2008
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The Barracks258 viewsWest End, Castletownbere early 1900'sMay 28, 2008
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Barracks338 viewsThe successful attack on the Allihies R.I.C. barracks 1920May 26, 2008
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James Breen209 viewsPicture taken on his Wedding Day in 1896. He married Annie McCarthy, daughter of Felix and Annie McCarthy. He was a native of Sneem. His son Jack owned the Millbrook Hotel while another son Jim was a dentistMay 26, 2008
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John Hurley272 viewsJohn Hurley was a native of Fuhir, Castletownbere and was shot dead on duty while attempting to arrest a suspect outside Tipperary Town on 26th April 1916. A Sergeant O’Rourke was also fatally wounded in the same incident.
Constable Hurley was buried in the North Road Cemetery and a Celtic Cross was erected in his memory. The inscription reads: - R.I.P. “Erected to the memory of John Hurley (24 years) who died 26 April 1916 from wounds received whilst gallantly doing his duty as a member of The Royal Irish Constabulary. Erected by his sorrowing parents and by the subscribers of the Irish Police and Constabulary Fund”
May 26, 2008
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Constable Michael Neeman286 viewsMay 26, 2008
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Pat Shea's Niece231 viewsTaken outside Castletownbere Barracks. Date unknownMay 26, 2008
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Terrence McCabe179 viewsSgt. Terrence McCabeMay 26, 2008
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Sergeant William Ruth R.I.C.279 viewsLate 1800’s early 1900’s. Sgt Ruth lived on the West End, Castletownbere after retiring from the R.I.C.May 26, 2008
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