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John Connolly

Key Facts

Occupation/Rank: Postman

Date of Death: 16 April 1941

Place of Death: 9 Annadale Street

Age: 33

John was killed by a bomb explosion at his home at 9 Annadale Street during the Easter Tuesday Raid.

Sarah Ward and Francis Torley are also known to have died at this address.

John’s body was taken to St George’s Market where he was identified by his brother.

Related People

Surname Forename(s) Age Occupation/Rank Date of Death Place of Death  
Torley Francis 42 - 16 April 1941 9 Annadale Street View
Ward Sarah 59 - 16 April 1941 9 Annadale Street View

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