Proposed raid for arms on Baronscourt

IRA party had mobilised at Duntiege, County Tyrone for a proposed raid on Baronscourt Castle, Newtownstewart when they were surprised by a party of Special Constabulary (A, B and C). IRA Commandant James McSorley (DP7204) killed.

Date
8 July 1921

Brigades Involved:
2 Tyrone Brigade- 2 Northern Division