Michael Collins

The aftermath of Collins’ death in Mayo

The following is a selection of edited reports from the Western People’s editions of August 26 and September 3 in the aftermath...

The curious tale of Mayo’s gift to Michael Collins

The Foxford Rug In July 1922, Foxford Woollen Mills was forced to close for the first time in its 30-year...

Michael Collins’ link to Co Mayo and a famous fur coat

Michael Collins’ principal connection to Mayo was through his older sister Catherine, who was a teacher at Carragowan National School,...

Sunday, 28/08/22 - 12:06am Read More

Civil War history uncovered between Mayo allies

When Erris-based Fine Gael councillor Gerry Coyle and party colleague Deputy Michael Ring stood beside the Sliabh na mBan armoured...

Saturday, 27/08/22 - 5:05pm Read More

Cheers, jeers and gunshots during Collins’ final visit to Mayo

On April 2, 1922, Michael Collins came to Castlebar for a major rally in support of the Treaty. Members of...

Friday, 26/08/22 - 11:22pm Read More

Iconic Mayo venue hosts event to commemorate Collins

In July 1922 Foxford Woollen Mills presented a specially commissioned travel blanket to the newly appointed Commander in Chief Michael...

Sunday, 31/07/22 - 8:27am Read More