Daniel O'Connell commemorated at event marking 250th anniversary of The Liberator's birth

Taoiseach Micheál Martin with descendants of Daniel O'Connell Finley and Charlotte Davidson at the commemoration marking the 250th anniversary of his birth, in Derrynane, Co Kerry. Picture: Maurice Gunning

The life and legacy of Daniel O'Connell was commemorated at a state-led event marking the 250th anniversary of The Liberator's birth in Co Kerry on Wednesday.

The event, held at Derrynane House in Caherdaniel, featured spoken word, music, and family reflections inspired by O'Connell's legacy.