President Hiigins attends event to mark 100th WW1 anniversary

Former enemies during the First World War have united for ceremonies surrounding the 100th anniversary of the start of the conflict.

President Hiigins attends event to mark 100th WW1 anniversary
Mon, 04 Aug, 2014 - 13:53

Former enemies during the First World War have united for ceremonies surrounding the 100th anniversary of the start of the conflict.

A memorial ceremony is underway in Liège in Belgium, attended by President Michael D Higgins and the Presidents of France and Germany, and members of the British and Belgian royal families.

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