Operation in Athenry, County Galway

Orders received to burn tennis pavilion at Athenry which was used by members of British forces. William Freeney (DP6802) died when the petrol exploded. Thomas Kennedy (MSP34REF18131) wounded in attempting to rescue Freeney.

Date
30 June 1921

Brigades Involved:
Galway No1 Brigade/Mid Galway - 1 Western Division

Units involved
Cussane Company, 1 Battalion, Mid Galway Brigade; Derrydonnell Company, 1 Battalion, Mid Galway Brigade;