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Newry Maritime Association and Dromalane and Quayside Close Community Association unveiled two plaques at "Ivybrook" Dromalane House in Newry at the weekend to mark the 150th Anniversary of the death of John Mitchel’s eldest son John C Mitchel.
John C was Commander of the Confederate garrison at Fort Sumter, South Carolina when he died in the Federal’s bombardment of Fort Sumter when aged just 26.
John had followed his father into exile in Australia and then later joined him after his escape to America where he volunteered for the Confederates along with his brothers James and William.
William also died on the battlefield and his body was never identified while James was badly injured.
The Deputy Mayor of Newry and Mourne District Council, Brian Quinn was joined by James McAreavy, Newry Maritime Association; Gerry Coyle, Dromalane and Quayside Close Community Association and many visitors.
Music was provided by Camlough Brass and Reed Band and a poignant lament was played by David Hanna on his Bagpipes.
