Exclusive: Original founding document posted on wall of Dublin’s general post office during 1916 Easter rising to be shown at Trinity CollegeAn original copy of the Irish proclamation of independence that was posted on the wall of Dublin’s general post office (GPO) in 1916 is going on full display for the first time.
The document forms the centrepiece of a new exhibition at Trinity College Dublin commemorating the centenary of the Easter rising against British rule,which began when the proclamation was read out by rebellion leader Patrick Pearse external the post office, where the rebels were headquartered.
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Source: theguardian.com