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Tuesday 12 August 2014

Óglach Patsy McKeown

Óglach Patrick McKeown Killed in Action 27th August 1974

This year marks 40th anniversary of IRA Volunteer Patrick McKeown who was killed in action in Barcroft Park. An explosive device denoted prematurely killing Patsy instantly.

At the time of his death Patsy lived in Violet Hill Avenue Newry with his wife Margaret and young family.

Newry 1916 Easter Commemoration Association will be hosting a ceremony at the Republican Plot in St Mary's cemetery on Wednesday 27th August at 7pm. At this event we will talk about Patsy and his life as a family man and freedom fighter. A number of wreaths will also be laid in memory of him.

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