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Kerry Dexter's avatar

Thanks for this. Robbie. Especially good to remember at Armistice Day and Veteranss Day time

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David Mcdonough's avatar

Brilliant song, brilliant story.

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anniehow1961@gmail.com's avatar

Another great song, Robbie. I grew up hearing about him too. Have you seen this short documentary on his life in the Comeraghs. It's by a young Carrick film maker, Tom Fitzpatrick, and narrated by a few people you might know from the Brewery Lane. It's on YouTube.

Documentary on the Life of Waterford WW1 Veteran Jim Fitzgerald (1883 - 1959) 'Lackendarra Jim' - The Hermit of the Comeragh Mountains

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Roxanne OConnell's avatar

Hi Annie, I’ll look for that and add it to the post and the YouTube of the song (if it’s different from the one we found.) Thanks!

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anniehow1961@gmail.com's avatar

Thanks Roxanne, I couldn't figure out how to share it, but its well worth watching.

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Roxanne OConnell's avatar

It’s the same documentary 😊

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anniehow1961@gmail.com's avatar

Great stuff. There's some wonderful stuff in it! Enjoy!!

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