Nationwide events planned to mark 100 years since death of rebel leader Liam Lynch

Committees dedicated to celebrating the life of General Liam Lynch are planning a wide programme of events, writes Sean O’Riordan

Mattie McGrath TD with members of the Liam Lynch memorial committee in Newcastle Co Tipperary. Picture; Eddie O'Hare

He may not be the most famous Irish freedom fighter, being eclipsed somewhat by Michael Collins, but major plans are in place to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of General Liam Lynch who led Anti-Treaty forces during the Civil War.

Three counties in particular are preparing special events to coincide with the centenary, but there is a lot of interest in it all over Ireland and some are coming from as far away as Argentina and the US to take part.