1916 Memorial, Limerick, Independence monument in Limerick, Ireland
The memorial features stone inscriptions detailing the names of local soldiers who participated in the Easter Rising independence movement of 1916.
The construction of this memorial followed Ireland's path toward sovereignty, marking the contributions of Munster residents during the 1916 Easter Rising.
Regular commemorative ceremonies at the memorial bring together residents of Limerick to honor the legacy of those who fought for Irish independence.
The memorial stands in central Limerick, with directional signs guiding visitors from the main railway station and municipal parking areas.
Each April, local schoolchildren place handwritten letters at the base of the memorial, addressing them to the soldiers who fought in 1916.
Location: Munster
Location: Limerick
GPS coordinates: 52.66503,-8.62989
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:36
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