Casualties of Conflict: Fatalities of the War of Independence and Civil War in Glasnevin Cemetery

This book explores the lives and deaths of over 300 people buried in Dublin's Glasnevin Cemetery who died during the War of Independence and Civil War, revealing extraordinary events through first-hand accounts and ordinary burial records.

Format: Hardback
Length: 344 pages
Publication date: 14 April 2023
Publisher: The Mercier Press Ltd

This captivating book delves into the lives and untimely demise of over 300 individuals, including men, women, and children, who were laid to rest in Dublin's Glasnevin Cemetery as a result of the War of Independence and the Civil War. Extensive research has meticulously compiled their stories, intertwining firsthand accounts from those who witnessed and actively participated in these historical conflicts. By examining seemingly ordinary burial records, extraordinary events emerge, unveiling a tapestry of ambushes, informers, assassinations, spies, executions, raids, mutinies, and bombings. These events not only involved extraordinary individuals but also ordinary members of the public, who found themselves caught up in the midst of these extraordinary circumstances. Through meticulous research and storytelling, this book offers a unique perspective on the complexities and tragedies of Ireland's tumultuous history, shedding light on the human cost of these conflicts and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781177280