October 21, 1803

Execution of Thomas Russell, United Irishman, in Downpatrick for “high treason”

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Execution of Thomas Russell, United Irishman, in Downpatrick for “high treason”

Execution of Thomas Russell, United Irishman, in Downpatrick for “high treason”. This October 21, 1803 entry records a moment in Celtic history connected with Ireland.

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