Prizewinning entry in the World War 1 section of the All-Island Schools History competition that explores the life of Celbridge man, Capt Hubert O'Connor, who served with the British army during the Great War. The essay looks at his reasons for enlisting and his role during conflict up until his death in 1917. Written by the History Squad at Scoil na Mainistreach, Celbridge - Michael Grant (Capt), Ciaran Keane (Vice Capt.), Shane Walsh, Eavan O’Keeffe, Robert
Curran, Sean Kerrigan, Adam Skidmore, Thomas Gannon, C.J. Page and James Lee.
Strand: Eras of Change & Conflict
Strand unit: World War I
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Suggestions for use: Great example for students to look at before they undertake a similar study of a notable local in their area.
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