Documenting the Civilian settings of the Northern Ireland Troubles, which began 50 years ago this year (14th August 1969).
Gallery 2. Armagh 2019.
John Gallagher, 14th August 1969. Orchard. Contemplative Garden sign. Saint Patrick’s Cross. Franciscan Friary Ruins. Trees and Sky. Bridge/Steps. Palace. Gardens. Scultpure. Rebuilding with a man. Edward Street sign. Cathedral detail. Saint Patrick’s Statue. Steps to St Patrick’s Cathedral. Twelve Disciples. Old Cathedral Doors. Steps at St Patrick’s. Crosses on Gates. House Chimneys and Cathedral.
On the 14th of August 1969, the British Army were first deployed on the streets of Northern Ireland. John Gallagher was the first official victim of the Troubles, shot and killed by a soldier, on Cathedral Road, Armagh.
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