A group of Fianna Fail supports left Killarney from the Heights Hotel at 11 am on Sunday, August the 22th, to support Brian Lenihan’s address at the annual Michael Collins, Béal na mBláth commemoration.
This was a historic occasion as Minister Lenihan was the first Fianna Fail politician to deliver the Beal na mBlath oration. Michael Collins was himself appointed Minister for Finance in 1919.
Cllr Tom Doherty stated, “. With the interaction between the conflicting political traditions, on the six county region of our Island in recent years, this occasion hopefully will help to further heal our Civil War scars. In 2010, political focal points should echo the challenges and opportunities that face us as a nation going forward into the future. We travel with respect in the memory of Michael Collins and wishes of support for Brian Linihan during his time if illness”.
A very exciting and plesent day was had by the group that traveled from Killarney to Beal na mBlath in warn sunshine. Everyone in the group agreed that the opportunity to travel to hear the Minister speak was historical and symbolic. The Minister was greeted with great affection from all who attended. The spirit of the day was as warm as the weather. The generosity of the welcome was very much appreciated.
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