Warrenpoint ambush, Ambush in United Kingdom
The Warrenpoint ambush was a deadly guerrilla attack during the Northern Ireland conflict.
This attack took place on August 27th, 1979, and led to the highest British Army death toll in a single incident in Northern Ireland.
The ambush reflected the intense conflict during a period known as The Troubles.
Today, visitors to Warrenpoint can explore its history through various memorials and historical sites.
The Warrenpoint ambush involved simultaneous detonations used to target British Army personnel.
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the Troubles
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54.11150,-6.27878
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August 31, 2026 12:06
