First post.
While researching my family tree, I have recently discovered that my Great-Grandfather served in the RIC special reserve (Tans) during the war of independence. It seems (from Ancestry.com) that he enlisted in 1921. I have further discovered that he was shot dead on 14th May 1921, while on weekend leave, and is buried in the RIC plot in Glasnevin. The ancestry.com records show two Film numbers: 852095 (PAGE 114) & 2095 (PAGE 114), which are so similar I presume they are in fact the same. I have lots of questions, I'll start with just a few - and hopefully I can find some answers, or even pointers, on here.
- My G-Grandfather was off duty when he was shot - would this have been unusual during the period 1919-1921?
- Would there have been any "pomp & circumstance" surrounding the funeral of an RIC man? (Or were they quietly buried)
- Would a medal have issued in these circumstances - to next of kin maybe?
- What about a pension?
- This is a long shot, but are there any records from that time detailing individual "hits" by the volunteers, of who was shot and by whom? (Don't worry, I'm not looking for revenge!)
Thanks,
