Rain stays away as southern capital commemorates Rising

Arguably fewer cars troubled Cork this Easter Monday than was the case 100 years ago, as the city centre was taken over by pedestrians for the city’s state commemoration of the 1916 Rising.

Barring a couple of concerning moments where foreboding drops saw precautionary umbrellas deployed, the rain stayed away and thousands basked in midday sunshine for the parade, speeches, and music.

Students from Malaysia looked on curiously as the Defence Forces National Colour party led dignitaries from Cork County Hall along Western Road into the city, a parade that included historical enthusiasts donning the colours of Irish Volunteers, Black and Tans, and RIC officers.