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The Republic of Ireland proclaimed: saluting the GPO
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The Republic of Ireland proclaimed: saluting the GPO
The troops of the new Eire salute as they pass the General Post Office, where the Easter rebels of 1916 proclaimed the Republic, 33 years earlier
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This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in Irish history as the troops of the new Republic of Ireland salute as they pass the General Post Office in Dublin, where the Easter Rebels had proclaimed the Irish Republic 33 years earlier. The scene is set on April 18, 1949, during the 1949 Easter Parade, a celebration marking the establishment of the Irish Republic following years of struggle and political upheaval. The military personnel, dressed in uniforms and adorned with garlands, proudly display their allegiance to the new nation, as they march through the historic streets of Dublin. The GPO, a symbol of the 1916 Easter Rising, stands tall in the background, a testament to the courage and determination of those who fought for Irish independence three decades prior. This powerful image encapsulates the spirit of celebration, history, and national pride that defined this momentous occasion in Irish history.
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