Survey Data
Reg No
20909706
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Historical, Social
Original Use
Monument
In Use As
Monument
Date
1965 - 1970
Coordinates
155415, 61258
Date Recorded
30/07/2009
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding carved and inscribed limestone monument, erected 1966, comprising central cross with interlace strapwork, flanked by inscribed panels in Irish and English and terminating in relief panels with flaming sword and crossed rifles motifs. Mounted on rendered and paved plinth with stepped approach from north-west and south-east.
Appraisal
Unveiled on 13 November 1966 by W. Hales, this memorial is dedicated to the memory of Irish men who died during the Crossbarry ambush of 19 March 1921. Its imposing size and detailed craftsmanship make it a fine roadside addition.