Katesbridge to host WW1 talk

Katesbridge Community Association is holding a World War One talk in Shanaghan Orange Hall, Katesbridge, on Thursday June 23 at 8pm.
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The talk will be given by Mr Tommy McClimmonds and will focus on men from the Katesbridge, Ballyroney and Closkelt areas.

A memorial to William J Massey, a member of Katesbridge Presbyterian Church and Shanaghan Victoria Goldsprings LOL 140, will also be unveiled.

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Mr Massey’s prison-of-war records will be on display, as will Mr John Dickson’s war records. Both were members of the 16th Battalion, Royal Irish Rifles.

This will be followed by a buffet supper. Admission free.