To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the start of the War of Independence a commemorative War of Independence Centenary Medal has been launched.
The medal depicts an image of the Garden of Remembrance on one side, and Hibernia on the other.
The image of Hibernia is based on original 19th century Irish coinage.
The Garden of Remembrance, which is presented as a photographic image on the medal, was selected to feature due to its dedication to the memory of all those who gave their lives in the cause of Irish freedom.
Daniel Penney, Managing Director, of the Dublin Mint Office, said: “In the centenary year of the start of the War of Independence we are honoured to be commemorating all of those who gave everything they had in the fight for Irish freedom.
“The War of Independence still remains one of the most significant events in Irish history.”
Those who request the free medal will do so with no further commitments.
The medal is available for free to members of the public at www.eireindependence.com/press
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