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photograph / Athlone Military Barracks, 1922

Photograph of Irish Free State Army troops marching in to Athlone Military Barracks, when taking over from the British Army, 1922. The march is being led by A.T. Lawlor (later Colonel). Photograph measures 4.8 by 3.8 inches.

 

photograph / Athlone Military Barracks, 1922

Group photograph of Irish Officers at the hoisting of the Irish flag at Athlone Military Barracks, 1922. Photograph measures 4.9 by 3.7 inches.

 

key / Athlone Military Barracks, 1922

Bronze key from Athlone Military Barracks. Retained by British officer named Ruffle when the barracks was taken over by Free State forces. 11" long, shaft .75" diam. and made to fit a keyhole a at least 2.75" in height. Marked along shaft B. MAG I.P. OUTER DOOR. Sent from W.H. Ruffle, 21 Woodsland...