The Assault & Capture of the RIC Barracks in Ballymahon, August 1920

A documentary made by Rónán Ó Ceallaigh and Michael Conlan in 2023 dealing with the biggest operation by the IRA in south Longford during the War of Independence.

[@alanlee3323]

Brilliant work! Well done to all involved. Thanks for highlighting this important and often overlooked period of Longford history!

[@seanohare5488]

Very interesting Longford played a big part in Ireland s war of independence with superb leaders in Sean maceoin and Sean Connolly

[@seanohare5488]

I think it's time for a New in-depth biography of legendary Longford leader Sean maceoin who gave a 50 year service to Ireland in war and peace there's finally an in-depth biography of Liam Lynch Sean maceoin is not just famous in Longford but throughout Ireland a hint to Mel Farrell and Marie Coleman both top notch historians to write a biography of legendary Longford leader Sean maceoin

[@Shammm23]

Any more information on Bill Duncan?

[@Shammm23]

Jasus very good well put together lads!

[@KayAmooty433]

Any involvement of the Auchmuty or Amooty family who were connected to the Forbes family - and by this time - worked for them?

[@timoconnor7423]

Carrigtwohill barracks was 1st barracks to be taken @ burned..Diarmuid O Hurley was in charge @ was killed in Midleton about 6 wks before cease fire .Most of his colum were killed in Clonmult which was the biggest loss of life suffered by I R A during the war of independence