Thursday, March 31, 2011

Oulert Hill



Rebels under the leadership of Fr. John Murphy occupied Oulert Hill on 27th May. The militia assembled at the base of the hill and, contrary to orders, they advanced up the hill without waiting for artillery support. The rebels set up an ambush and killed many of them. Only 4 members of the militia escaped.


















Tulach a' tSolais is the name of the above monument. It was built in 1999 by Roland Tallon and Michael Warren. It is situated on top of Oulert Hill beside the original monument which is pictured above with the cross on top.

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Foulkesmill


The Battle of Foulkesmill took place on 20th June. The result was a British Victory.
This monument is located at Horetown North which is North East of Foulkesmill. Foulkesmill is located South of the N25 approximately half way between Wexford town and New Ross.

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Enniscorthy

Market Square
 Father John Murphy and a Rebel


Enniscorthy Bridge
The Battle of Enniscorthy took place on 28th May 1798. It started when the rebels drove cattle through Duffry gate causing disorder and confusion. It concluded with a United Irish victory when the loyalists fled to Wexford.

Part of Duffry Gate near St. Aidan's Cathedral
Second part of Duffry Gate near Pettit's Super Valu