Speaking at the launch Miss Lynch said,"Easter for Republicans is a time to come together and remember Irish patriots who have given their lives for the cause of Irish Freedom. Not only do we remember and commemorate them but we also celebrate their lives."
"This year will mark the 91st Anniversary of the Easter rising of 1916, when Irish people stood in open defiance to the British claim in Ireland. What happened thereafter has changed and affected the course of Irish history forever. The proclamation still remains a live and relevant document as it was in 1916. It is a guiding document for Irish republicanism. It talks of equal rights and equal opportunities for all Irelands citizens, for all her children to be cherished equally and it speaks of Irish freedom, politically, economically and socially."
"We in Ógra Shinn Féin will be represented at the parade in large numbers and we will be delivering an annual statement to various commemorations spanning the length and breadth of Ireland. Whilst all Irish patriots are never far from our minds, Easter is a time to come together and remember their sacrifice, but not only that, it is a time to re dedicate ourselves to the cause for which they gave their lives. We aim to make their vision a reality, that is achieving a 32 county democratic socialist republic in Ireland"
The main Tyrone commemoration will happen in Carrickmore in Easter Sunday and people are urged to mobilise for it. People are asked to assemble at Carrickmore for 3 o'clock and the parade will commence shortly after this .
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Can I first say how good it is to see that Ógra haven’t lost the charm effect, these really are the faces of the future, so picturesque and charming.
On a more serious note I would like to reiterate the comments made by Grace in the statement, Easter is a time of reflection, a time to celebrate the lives of comrades who have given their all for the cause of Irish Freedom. Everyone joined the struggle and the movement for their own reasons, but at the heart of every motive is the desire to have a self determined people, an Ireland of equals. We are moving into a testing time comrades, as I have said before we will face difficult challenges with almost every step we take. I urge everyone to stay strong, to stay united and coherent, but most of all to remember our fallen comrades with the pride and dignity they deserve.
“A man can have no greater love than to lay down his life for his comrades”
Tiocfaidh Ar La
The annual Donegal commemoration will be held in Drumboe this year (as always).
Martin McGunniess will be the main speaker on the day.
Who robbed the pensioner of his jumper?
FAO Anonymous:
I feel that your unprovoked attack towards the young fella with the glasses is uncalled for. He is doing his best to keep up with the very fashionable fella with the stripped shirt, a job may I add, that isnt the easiest!
I would just like to inform our west tyrone activists that your Armagh comrades would be delighted to supply you with 'pins' for your lilys. This will avoid some of your Castlederg members from having to purchase adhesive products.
I resent the snide comment made by 'Lappy' regarding Castlederg members, I feel he/she has called into question the integrity of our local activists.Young republicans in the Derg area have for years stood on the frontline against the forces of the British state and still stand strong against the numerous loyalist band parades that nationalists have to endure.They were never found wanting when it came to taking the war to the brits or putting their head above the parapit in supporting the efforts of Sinn Fein in the area.In recent times Ogra members have worked hard to ensure a maximum turnout to ensure the return of three district councilors from sinn fein to strabane council representing the derg/aghyaran/clady/glebe and Newtonstewart area.Furthermore one Ogra member in Particular worked extremely hard with her comrades in the senior cumann in canvassing for the three Sf candidates who were all returned 1st,2nd and 3rd to the local assembly to represent west Tyrone. So my advice to you 'lappy' is keep your snide comments to yourself as Castlederg republicans have proved over many years where their loyalties lie and they certainly are 'stuck' firmly with the provisional movement. T.A.L
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no offense meant to any comrades in the Castlederg area. the remarks made were in a lighthearted manner and in reference to a humourous event which happened recently.
i have no doubt of the republican integrity of Castlederg!!
Up the pin heads.
Victory!
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