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02 Jan 2026

Down Memory Lane | Reliving history in north Longford - fabulous photos from 225th anniversary commemoration of Battle of Ballinamuck

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Longford crowds bask in delights of 225th Battle of Ballinamuck commemoration

It may be two and a quarter centuries old, but over the course of four action packed days last weekend one of the most belligerent incursions these borders have ever witnessed was brought home in the most unforgettable of fashions.

Caption: At the unveiling of a plaque in memory of General Humbert in Ballinamuck on Saturday were reenactors alongside French Ambassador to Ireland Vincent Guérend and Longford County Council Cathaoirleach Colm Murray

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