Aghada War of Independence / Civil War

“It was one of the most pro-British Areas in the south of Ireland. A large majority of the inhabitants of the Company area were hostile, being largely made up of Protestant Landowners and 7 seaside villages. Practically every house in those villages were occupied by British Army and Naval Pensioners and at least 80% of them were hostile.” Picture Irish Examiner Tue, 19 Mar, 2013

Cumann na mBan, which translates to "The Women's Council" in Irish, was an Irish republican women's organization founded in 1914. It played a significant role in the struggle for Irish independence during the early 20th century.

Daniel joined the Free State Army shortly after the commencement of hostilities. It wasn't long before Daniel and numerous others met their tragic destinies.

For this action by the I.R.A came the reaction from the crown forces. Three properties were to be destroyed. Michael Kelleher Copingerstown, Ballinacurra and William and Thomas Cashman of Ballinrostig.

The Aeridheacht events served as a space where like-minded individuals could come together, fostering a sense of community and solidarity among those who supported the Gaelic revival.

It's important to note that urban myths are not based on verified facts or evidence, and they are typically debunked when examined critically. It's always advisable to approach such stories with scepticism and verify information from credible sources before accepting them as true.

America, Marriage and the Home Rule Question. The image here is a Pro-Home Rule postcard 'Home Rule; Ireland Sings Her Old Songs.' Featuring Irish Round Tower, Irish wolfhound and Fenian symbol of the Rising Sun.(National Museums NI)

Edward Maguire Lahiff (b. 1862- d 1914) a pioneer of the Irish land league movement was a well-known Nationalist journalist both in Ireland and in America. One of Mr. Lahiff's journalistic feats was to get an interview from William Ewart Gladstone on the home rule bill, this was the first time Gladstone ever consented to an interview with a newspaper representative. For a period he acted as secretary to Mayor Hanson, of Chicago, and was identified prominently with American politics. Edward M. Lahiff was proud of his Irish roots especially his home parish of Aghada.

The problem with the Bureau of Military History (BMH) documents is the diverseness within the claimed incidents that occurred and has been misread to a large degree by many, including a recent publication of the Republican movement which included L Company in East Cork.

This is a work in progress and hopefully in time build up an image of life in Aghada and the surrounding area during the War of Independence / Civil war. Part One gives a timeline of activities carried out by Aghada's L company during this period while Part Two will show the list of men in L Company and the actions they carried out.