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Phone: 0503/43808 SINCE 1815 CARLOVIANA Contents CARLOVIANA Carlovians in the Defence Forces ....... 2 December 2002 No. 51 War Memorial in Leighlin ............... 4 Editors: Rev. Dermot McKenna Antiquities of County Carlow ........... 6 Martin Nevin Keenans of Bagenalstown ................. 8 Typesetting: Martin Nevin Joe Christle, Carlow Connection ...... 11 Printed by: CARLOW ADVERTISER & PRINTING Colliers of Bunclody ........................... 12 Carlow Past and Present ................ 14 I.S.S.N. 0790 · 0813 Mary Leadbetter ........................... 16 Remembering Fr. P J. Brophy ........... 20 EDITORIAL A Visit to the Somme """"........................ 22 Edmund Burke, the great Irish Parliamentarian whose statue stands outside the Old Leighlin Corporation ................. 29 front gates of Trinity College, Dublin, was described by his school friend, Richard Shackelton, as a "zealous advocate for liberty". In one of his speeches, Civil Defence ............. ........................ 33 he says that "a great empire, and little minds go ill together" Also "we whip the child until it cries, and then we whip it for crying" He makes a plea for liberty of Rev. Samuel Haughton ..................... 35 expression. The 16th Irish Division ..................... 40 Toleration for the views of others, and the freedom to express those views is the Carlow County Board, GAA-1909..... 47 hallmark of a civilised society. In fifth century Athens, Socrates, the mentor of County Carlow Miscellany ............... 48 Plato, one of the earliest political philosophers, was put to death by his fellow­ citizens because they could not tolerate free speech. Personal Memories-S Prendergast ... 50 Heritage Forum .................... 54 In many parts of the world today freedom of expression is not allowed. Neither is freedom of worship. People have been prevented for voting for the party of The Man from Knockanna 55 their choice. They have also been prevented from worshipping in accordance Schools Project ................................. 60 with their beliefs. Repressive governments prevent them from exercising that freedom that we take for granted. Extracts-Ordnance Survey 65 For some the only solution has been to flee, and seek refuge in other countries. 1lillow Town Commission """""""""""" .66 Some have come to our country to enjoy the liberty, and freedom that we enjoy. Oliver McDonagh --""-"""---· 71 In general Irish people have been generous, and welcoming to those who have been forced to flee from their own countries. Twenty-first century Ireland is The Metal Bridge at Oak Park 73 becoming a multi-cultured society. This presents a great challenge to us. The Obituaries ........................................ 77 challenge is to be open to change, and fresh ideas. Archaeological Survey 78 In the Gospels, Christ offers us a challenge. This challenge is to tum away from Carlovians who Died in WWl 82 the hatred, and intolerance of modem society, and instead to the kingdom of God. In the Beatitudes, Christ offers us a beautiful picture of His kingdom of peace, Br. P.J. Kavanagh (Obit.) .................. 91 and love. "Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Carlow Evictions .............................. 92 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they which do hunger, and thirst after Officers and members ..................... 93 righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. The Editors wish all our readers God's blessing in their lives during the coming Cover photographs year. Front: The Memorial in the Garden of Remembrance in Leighlin com­ Editors' desk memorates Carlovians who died in the Great War. Unveiled 17 Aug., 2002 We acknowledge with grateful thanks the efforts of our Back: The sculpture based on Ogham contributors written and photographic and sponsors. In stones stands outside the village of especial we thank the Nationalist & Leinster Times for Kildavin to celebrate road improve­ access to its files and allowing helpful extracts to be used. ments on the N80 in recent years CARLDVIANA To compile this Register of Carlovians who served their country in the Defence Carlovians Forces from 1922 to 1984, over a quarter of a million cards had to be read in the Military Archives. This work took several months to complete and puts Carlow in the enviable position of being the first county to produce such a record. Many people who lived, or live in one of our neighbouring counties but in the postal in the district of Carlow are included in this inventory. The time span of 62 years has made the compilation of this work difficult, omis­ sions are inevitable but the register remains open for entries where adequate infor­ mation is submitted. I acknowledge the help and co-operation of all personnel attached to the Military Delence Forces Archives but in particular Comdt. Peter Young, Comdt. Victor Lang, Sgt. Terry Hudson and Pte. Brendan Mahony. R Indicates a Regular dropped as irrevelent after a period. B Reservist, a soldier with less than 6 months continuous 1922· 1984 service A Reservist, a soldier with more than 6 months continuous service V Reservist, joined the regular army and immediately trans ferred to VR (disbanded 1935) Researched by the late Des Nolan of Carlow VFR Volunteer Force Reserve 1st line, 18-25yrs. The list will be continued in the next edition. 2nd line, not over 45 and physically fit. 3rd line, 45-55 with specialist qualifications. No part of this list may be copied without the permission of the Military Archives and the E. Men enlisted for the duration of the war years 1939-1946 Old Carlow Society. Could be granted agricultural leave where necessary or indefinite leave ( a type of reserve service) Continued from the '01 edition. 434997 Byrne, Ptk. 4 Kilcarrig St., Bagenalstown 114618