The Hero, the Widow and the Army Pensions Board

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Set against the backdrop of the 1916 Easter Rising in Dublin, this narrative follows George Geoghegan, a foot soldier who became one of the 84 rebels killed during the uprising, and his wife, Margaret, who struggled to raise their three children in a notorious slum. The story highlights her relentless efforts to communicate with the Army Pensions Board for support. Additionally, it includes genealogical insights into the Geoghegan and Ledwidge families, enriching the historical context of their lives.