2000 UMAIE January Term Abroad
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We are off to Londonderry today. The name of this town is particularly
problematic, as the Loyalist like to call it Londonderry, and the nationalists
insist on referring to it in its original Irish form, Derry (Doire). Derry
has been the site of much political violence during the 'Troubles' including
'Bloody Sunday' when British troops opened fire on a peaceful civil rights
demonstration killing fourteen (30 January 1972).
(Bill Swart) |
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After a brief driving tour of the city, our host and friend, Jon McCourt took us on a walking tour of the city, including the Bogside neighborhood and the cemetary where many republican paramilitaries (and inocent civilians) are buried. It was a very interesting yet emotional afternoon. (Andy Eastwood) |
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Loyalist mural in Londonderry. |
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Loyalist mural in Londonderry. |
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The city of London/Derry. |
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The famous 'Free Derry' Corner in the Bogside neighborhood, with our host, the also famous Jon McCourt. |
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Mural including Bernadette Devlin in the Bogside, Derry. |
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The Cuchulain monument marking the Republican burial plot in the Derry cemetery. |
Belfast - Derry Area Links:
Corrymeela
Giant's
Causeway and Antrim
Coast
Murals
Stormont
Building
Stormont Castle
Path to Peace:
