Relatives call for a permanent 1916 tribute

UCD professor of modern history, Ronan Fanning called for a “shameless celebration” of the Easter Rising centenary. 1916 relatives would, at this late stage, settle for a mere celebration.

We still await a State centenary programme that will remember the men and women who fought for Irish freedom.

We have been assured there will be a role for the military and restoration projects, including the re-dedication of the GPO as the seat of The Rising.

Relatives support these plans, but a similar approach is required regarding the last 1916 battleground and final HQ of the provisional government in Moore Street.

James Connolly Heron

The 1916 Relatives Centenary Initiative

Oxford Road

Dublin 6