John Diggins

John Diggins, 45, a Sargent in Ballivor Barracks God bless the Empire! 👑 #nsuirishhistory

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

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[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

How could this be an accident? We were having a peaceful dinner when they stormed us... This was deliberate. Please be ready to come to answer some questions.

[Eileen O'Connor @EileenO15837782]

I don’t think we should be quick to jump to conclusions, it was probably an accident. #nsuirishhistory

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

Lawrence your background does not matter a lot, in this case, we only need people to help us find those that disrupted our peace. I appreciate your help.

[Lawrence Nixon @Lawrenc13812458]

Perhaps I can offer my services to the RIC... @JohnDig78353994 and @JoeONei88578465 might not see me fit for duty, but I’ve lived in this town my whole life and know a thing or two... #nsuirishhistory #RIC #interrogations

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

Yesterday was hard... Today, however, I only feel more motivated to continue this fight. I know this ain’t easy but we’ll have to do it to honour those whose lives have been taken while fighting for a greater cause #nsuirishhistory #hedidntdieinvain

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

As a witness let me tell you something Dr. Delaney, what happened this night was an awful sets of events. Ireland deserves better. I cannot tell who did this yet but I have a pretty good idea and let me tell you they are going down. #nsuirishhistory

[Dominic Delaney @DominicDelane10]

Heated debates down at the pub this evening. Amidst the lantern lights and clinking of glasses, the locals seem to be conflicted over the incident at the barracks, with men on both sides calling the raid and death of Constable Agar a cowardly ambush and a tragedy #nsuirishhistory

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

I have sent one of our own to the Trim a couple of hours ago. I also went to talk to the priest and let him know about what had happened. This is a horrible attack and those in charge will pay. Contact me if you have any info. #nsuirishhistory

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

Joe! I am alive, are you okay? What is going on??? I am still in shock. I just heard the guns go off and tried to react. I failed you and Ireland. I should have protected you guys. #nsuirishhistory #iamsorry

[Joe O'Neill @JoeONei88578465]

Good God! Constable Agar has been shot by IRA men who stormed into the barracks! I am unable to help because I have been locked in the armory. @JohnDig78353994, if you're still alive, please fetch the priest for him! I'll supply more information after my release. #nsuirishhistory

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

We were having a beer .... and then there he was... I can’t even explain what I saw.... #nsuirishhistory

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

Oh my god !! Someone came inside, I don’t understand what is going on. God please help us!! #nsuirishhistory #help

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

Someone is knocking , I am wondering who it is ? #nsuirishhistory #weird

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

Why is there so much noise outside ? I get it people are celebrating but this is seriously not normal ... #nsuirishhistory #bequietplease

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

Why do people keep looking at me ? I am wearing my uniform as I always do... I don’t get it 🤷🏻‍♂️ #whatishappening #nsuirishhistory

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

Oh dear Joe, I get your concern but don't worry we will be okay! Remember God is on our side. We can all have our little celebration too. #StrongerTogether #ballivor #nsuirishhistory

[Joe O'Neill @JoeONei88578465]

Four of the boys are heading out to Trim to celebrate All Hallows Eve with the constables in the big barracks. Since I'm a new transfer, I'm forced to stay on duty with about three other guys, but I think leaving Ballivor so understaffed is a bad idea #nsuirishhistory #RIC #IRA

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

It is a pleasure to work for Ireland, this new position has been a blessing. I am confident about our forces, I know we can keep control in the name of God and the Crown. #impowered #nsuirishhistory #unstoppable

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

What nonsense is this? Indeed, justice should protect the victims and punish the victimizers... Who knows what is going to happen to us if we don't start punishing these brutes... They are thirsty for blood...
#nsuirishhistory #justiceforjohn

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

It is a matter of responsibility ... This paper does not educate our people but on the contrary they promote violence and put them against our beloved Crown. Irish people should be allowed to read the truth👑 #respect #nsuirishhistory

[Finbar Kennedy @KennedyFinbar]

It isnt enough that they terrorize us! They also seek to silence us! That's why it's so important to remember that this is what we're fighting for! #nsuirishhistory #irishrevolution

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

I have never been a strong sympathizers of revolutionaries however, I think Collins is proof of how someone can correct their ideas and see beyond them. Collins is an example for all you violent illiterates #respect #heknowsbetter #nsuirishhistory

[The Irish Nation Lives @theirishnation]

Michael Collins was born #OnThisDay in 1890. As Director of Intelligence of the IRA and Minister for Finance he would play a major role in #IrishRevolution.

#Ireland #History #OTD #IrishHistory
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[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

What is going on boys? We must not give them these chances! We are stronger than any of them... It is time to unite and prepare, let’s not forget what we’re here for. We are changing Ireland for the greater good 🇮🇪. #nsuirishhistory #NeverGiveUp

[Joe O'Neill @JoeONei88578465]

Look what happened today in Manchester! Why would Collins organize a rescue mission as large and risky as this? Get ready, boys! I think the Republicans are planning something big... #nsuirishhistory #suspicious #PrisonBreak #IRA

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[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

This traitor got what he deserved. He deprived Ireland from a bright future for years. Ireland is better off without people like him. #sorrynotsorry #traitor #nsuirishhistory

[Easter Rising 1916 @IrishRepubIic]

IRA Volunteer Joseph Murphy died #OnThisDay in 1920 in Cork Jail on hungerstrike after 76 days. He is buried in the Republican Plot in St. Finbarr's Cemetery in Cork.

[John Diggins @JohnDig78353994]

If you decided to finally open your eyes and see what the crown will bring to Ireland and to you no more blood would be spilled ... #justsaying #nsuirishhistory #Hypocrites

[Finbar Kennedy @KennedyFinbar]

@FionaWalshICA Fiona, we've all lost someone dear to us in our search for freedom, but we must carry on despite the pain and never forget for who we will succeed! The Ireland that Pearse proclaimed outside the GPO will be worth it! #nsuirishhistory