New Hunger Strikers monument set to be unveiled in Armagh City
The monument serves as a permanent place of remembrance to honour the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of those who died during the 1981 Hunger Strikes, marking 45 years since the tragic event.
New monument commemorating the 1981 Hunger Strikers is set to be unveiled in Culdee, Armagh City, at an event hosted by the McElvanna-Corrigan Cumainn and chaired by Sinn Féin Councillor Sarah Duffy.
The unveiling event will take place on Sunday, 15th November at 11:00 AM in The Square, Culdee, Armagh. The monument will be officially unveiled by Malachy McCreesh, brother of Hunger Striker Raymond McCreesh.
Marking 45 years since the 1981 Hunger Strikes, the monument serves as a permanent place of remembrance to honour the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of those who died.
The initiative aims to preserve local and national history, ensuring future generations understand the period while reflecting on the journey toward a peaceful and united future.
Organizers and speakers have also paid tribute to the families of the hunger strikers for their enduring strength, alongside the local community members whose dedication brought the memorial project to fruition.
Reflecting on the upcoming unveiling, Councillor Sarah Duffy stated: "The Hunger Strikes of 1981 remain one of the most significant and defining periods in our history.
Forty-five years on, the courage, sacrifice and determination of those who died on hunger strike continue to hold a profound place in the hearts of republicans and communities across Ireland.
This new monument will provide a lasting place of remembrance here in Armagh City, ensuring that their stories, their sacrifices and the history of that period are never forgotten."