http://www.coppeenheritage.com The latest news and downloads from Coppeen Archaeological Historical and Cultural Society Thu, 24 Jun 2010 07:27:46 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 The latest news and downloads from Coppeen Archaeological Historical and Cultural Society Shane Cronin no Shane Cronin solasnua@gmail.com http://www.coppeenheritage.com/2009/08/31/monument-to-ricard-osullivan-burke-at-kinneigh http://www.coppeenheritage.com/2009/08/31/monument-to-ricard-osullivan-burke-at-kinneigh#comments Mon, 31 Aug 2009 01:28:16 +0000 columcronin http://www.coppeenheritage.com/2009/08/31/monument-to-ricard-osullivan-burke-at-kinneigh/ http://www.coppeenheritage.com/2009/08/31/monument-to-ricard-osullivan-burke-at-kinneigh/feed 9 CAHCS Heritage Week Event 2009 On Sunday evening 30th August 2009 at 6:30pm a monument was unveiled at Kinneigh by Brian Crowley M.E.P. to commemorate the extraordinary life of Ricard O’Sullivan Burke. Despite the inclement weather conditions a sizable crowd attended. CAHCS chairman Colum Cronin welcomed everybody & introduced the special guests. Seamus O’Donoghue spoke in fascinating detail on the life of Ricard who was born in 1838, just a short distance from Kinneigh. (Seamus & Mary Lynch co-wrote a book entitled “O’Sullivan Burke, Fenian”) Mary Lynch explained her reasons for erecting this monument in memory of her great grand-uncles Ricard (& Morgan) O’Sullivan Burke. Brian Crowley M.E.P. spoke words of praise for Mary & Seamus for their literary achievements & in particular for Mary’s efforts which culminated in the erection of this monument. As Brian performed the unveiling he said; “May all who pass here be inspired by the history, and may all who stand here recognise the greatness that’s before us” A piper played a lament, followed later by the National Anthem, while the tricolour fluttered in the rainy breeze beside a green harp Fenian Flag. Everybody was invited to An Caipín for refreshments where, amid welcome cups of tea & coffee, tales of old & new were exchanged in jovial banter. Brian Crowley unveils Ricard O'Sullivan Burke memorial watched by (left) Colum Cronin (right) Mary Lynch: Photo: Stephanie Larkin CAHCS ladies with Brian Crowley      Photo: Colum Cronin THE MONUMENT Photo: Colum Cronin Podcasts/Audio Recordings Brian Crowley’s speech: Seamus O’Donovan’s and Mary Lynch’s speeches: CAHCS Heritage Week Event 2009 On Sunday evening 30th August 2009 at 6:30pm a monument was unveiled at Kinneigh by Brian Crowley M.E.P. to commemorate the extraordinary life of Ricard O’Sullivan Burke. Despite the inclement weather conditions a [...] http://www.coppeenheritage.com/2009/08/24/beal-na-mblath-commemoration http://www.coppeenheritage.com/2009/08/24/beal-na-mblath-commemoration#comments Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:20:44 +0000 stephanielarkin http://www.coppeenheritage.com/?p=411 http://www.coppeenheritage.com/2009/08/24/beal-na-mblath-commemoration/feed 0 Mary Robinson at Beal na mBláth - Photo by Colum Cronin The commomoration and oration yesterday at Béal na mBláth was very well attended despite the terrible weather. Mary Robinson gave a great speech although there was a most awful down pour of rain while she spoke. It was so bad at times it was difficult to hear her! She said Ireland more than ever now needs a visionary, like Michael Collins, who can lead us out of our current economic crisis and help engender a more equitable and fair society in Ireland. Michael Collins grand niece, Helen Hoare spoke then, again through terrible rain showers. She  spoke about Mary Robinsons career and achievments and the impact it has had on Ireland and Irish society. There was a short prayer, the last post was played and the event was finished off with a rendition of the national anthem. The rain persisted but many stayed back to shake the guest speakers hand and get photos taken with her. Mary finally made her way back to her waiting car totally soaked, like the rest of us! Still despite the weather it was a great occasion enjoyed by all who attended. Podcasts/Audio Recordings Mary Robinson’s commemoration speech: Helen Hoare’s tribute to Mary Robinson: Related Posts: CAHCS brief article on Michael Collins: http://www.coppeenheritage.com/local-heritage/michael-collins/ The commomoration and oration yesterday at Béal na mBláth was very well attended despite the terrible weather. Mary Robinson gave a great speech although there was a most awful down pour of rain while she spoke. It was so bad at times it [...] Colum Cronin 5:03 beal na blath commemoration mary robinson no