Following the Break of Dromore on the 14th March 1689, the east of Ulster was firmly under the control of the Jacobites, commanded by Lieutenant General Richard Hamilton. This included
Author: Matthew Alistair Beggs
My interest in Irish history is varied, but I am most passionate concerning the early modern period (16th-18th centuries), particularly the years of the Williamite Wars in Ireland I hold a BA Hons degree in History with Archaeology from Bangor University. My dissertation focused on a comparative study between two contemporary sources concerning the Siege of Derry. My Masters's degree was in Museum Studies from Ulster University. For my dissertation, I researched the role, purpose, and impact of regimental museums in the UK, with a focus on the three regimental museums within Northern Ireland.
Bangor’s U-Boat GunBangor’s U-Boat Gun
Situated within the grounds of Ward Park, Bangor Co.Down, is a deck gun from SM U-19. Gifted to the people of Bangor in honour of one of its bravest sons,
The American Declaration of Independence – the Strabane ConnectionThe American Declaration of Independence – the Strabane Connection
by Matthew Alistair Beggs In 1776, a man from Strabane would be directly involved with one of the most important documents in modern history. That man was John Dunlap, who
The Siege of Derry 1689; The Williamite Wars In Ireland Part 2The Siege of Derry 1689; The Williamite Wars In Ireland Part 2
Figure 11 Reverend George Walker With the stand off that started with the closing of the gates by the apprentice boys on the 7th December, having come to a close,
The Siege of Derry 1689; The Williamite Wars in Ireland Part 1The Siege of Derry 1689; The Williamite Wars in Ireland Part 1
“Five generations have since passed away; and still the walls of Londonderry is to the Protestants of Ulster what the trophy of Marathon was to the Athenians”.[1] Figure 1- The