« | Main | Good enough, smart enough, tough enough. »
April 12, 2009
Easter Rising 1916
The proclamation was read by Patrick Pearse outside the General Post Office in Dublin on Sackville Street (since 1924 O'Connell Street)--and the Rising began. It was modeled on a similar proclamation by Robert Emmet in 1803.
Posted by Holden Oliver (Kitzbühel Desk) at April 12, 2009 12:39 PM
Comments
The proclamation in 1916 was an actual declaration of a Republic. Emmet is more known for his speech from the dock when he spoke of Ireland one day taking its place (free) among nations of Earth. I don't think he ever actually proclaimed a Republic, he lead what in effect was a mob, sadly inebriated down Thomas Street in 1803. A noble effort and a tragic end to what would surely have been a brilliant legal career.
Posted by: Patrick Keeley at April 13, 2009 10:22 PM