Taoiseach and Tánaiste lay wreath to remember the 1,400 people killed in the conflict
The simple ceremony featured no speeches other than a prayer from the Defence Forces chaplain Fr Dan McCarthy.
Politicians and guests stand for the national anthem during the ceremony. Photograph: Alan Betson/The Irish Times The vice-chairman Dr Martin Mansergh said it was the “perfect setting” for ending the Civil War commemorations. “The Civil War was a tragedy, but we have come an enormous distance in the last 100 years. We should be thankful for that thankful for a ceremony that could be conducted entirely without rancour.”
España Últimas Noticias, España Titulares
Similar News:También puedes leer noticias similares a ésta que hemos recopilado de otras fuentes de noticias.
Taoiseach and Tánaiste to attend Civil War centenaryThe Taoiseach and Tánaiste will lead a ceremony of reconciliation and remembrance of all those who lost their lives in the Irish Civil War
Leer más »
Miriam poses with her beloved mum as she shows off her garden in the sunThe pair were joined by Miriam's adorable family dog Chance in her lovely back garden as they made the most of the glorious heatwave in Dublin over the weekend
Leer más »
Gardener's easy tip to create stunning vertical garden on your wall & fencesLooking for the wow factor? Gardening expert Peter Dowdall explains how you can build your own vertical garden by creating a living or green wall with a few easy steps.
Leer más »
Peter O'Mahony’s marriage to Jessica, second wedding and luscious gardenPeter plays as a flanker for United Rugby Championship club Munster and the Ireland national team, but away from sport, he is married to his long-time partner Jessica Moloney
Leer más »
Civil servants ‘sidelined’ by ministers on policymakingOECD report finds officials feel under pressure to fast-track policies and warns of ‘retirement cliff' in civil service
Leer más »
Taoiseach accused of ‘pure electioneering’ as Coalition war of words continuesLeo Varadkar should stop ‘posturing’ after doubling down on budget demands in Irish Times interview, says Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowen
Leer más »