1912-1923: Leitrim – The Irish Revolution: Reflection and Remembrance
As part of the Decade of Centenaries series of events funded by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport and Media and adminstered by Leitrim County Council, Dr. McGarty will deliver a lecture outlining events in the county during the 1912-1923 period, including World War One, the War of Independence and the Irish Civil War.
Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8.00pm
Tickets: Free
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