A fist in flames to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the battle of the Bogside, and the beginning of the Troubles, 1969 – 1994. The Battle began on August 12th, 1969, with the declaration of “Free Derry” and exclusion of police. The British Army was deployed on the 14th.
For more information, see the documentaries Battle Of The Bogside and No Go on youtube, and the WP page.
Painted by Arlene Wege in Lecky Road, Bogside, Derry
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Copyright © 1995 Paddy Duffy
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