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Laying the foundation-stone of the O'Connell Monument in Sackville-street, Dublin, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Laying the foundation-stone of the O'Connell Monument in Sackville-street, Dublin, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. W. H. Monney....the streets of Dublin were thronged with persons wearing green sashes and rosettes, and every point from which a view of the procession could be [had] was crowded with spectators...In the procession, which started at noon...the associated trades took the lead. About one o'clock the City Hall was passed by the first banner, which was green, inscribed "Memory of O'Connell, the Immortal Liberator."...Various Roman Catholic...societies...next appeared...with a painting of O'Connell and Pope Pius...The fantastic costumes of the societies of the Oddfellows and the Foresters were set off by the sober appearance of the ecclesiastical part of the procession, who were...preceded by the boys from various Roman Catholic charity schools, by the children from Dr. Spratt's Orphanage, and by several of the Catholic religious societies...Then came...a double rank of seventy-two priests, followed by fourteen carriages with bishops...The "Guild of the Blessed Virgin Mary" bore a large religious banner...The mallet and trowel were then presented to the Lord Mayor [Peter Paul M'Swiney} for the purpose of laying the stone'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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Crowds Daniel Oconnell Dublin County Dublin Ireland Foundation Foundation Stone Foundations Gunpowder Ireland Irish Laying Liffey Oconnell Daniel Perspective Procession Processional River Liffey The Emancipator The Liberator Vanishing Point Nelsons Pillar Oconnell Street Sackville Street
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This print captures the historic moment of laying the foundation-stone of the O'Connell Monument in Sackville-street, Dublin in 1864. The streets are lined with eager spectators wearing green sashes and rosettes, eagerly awaiting the procession to begin. As noon approaches, the associated trades lead the way followed by various Roman Catholic societies carrying banners paying tribute to O'Connell, the Immortal Liberator.
The scene is a colorful display of religious and civic pride as ecclesiastical figures march alongside members of Oddfellows and Foresters societies. The procession includes children from charity schools and orphanages, adding a touch of innocence to this grand event.
As Lord Mayor Peter Paul M'Swiney receives the mallet and trowel for laying the stone, onlookers hold their breath in anticipation. The Guild of Blessed Virgin Mary proudly displays a religious banner amidst cheers from the crowd.
This engraving from a photograph by Mr. W.H. Monney truly captures a momentous occasion in Dublin's history, showcasing unity among different groups coming together to honor one man's legacy. It serves as a reminder of Ireland's rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted traditions that continue to be celebrated today.
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