John - McLoughlin's Retreat

John Gibney
Henry Place

When the GPO was abandoned, Henry place became the site of the final retreat. A young volunteer - Sean McLoughlin - found himself suddenly promoted to lead the retreat under heavy gunfire.

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More about John Gibney

John Gibney is a graduate of Trinity and the author of Ireland and the Popish Plot and of a number of articles for BBC NI, Éire-Ireland, Field Day Review and Irish Historical Studies. He's easily one of the most interesting tour guides to join around the city. He recently wrote an excellent biography of Sean Heuston for the 16 lives project.