Ógra Shinn Fein took part in a successful Republican youth weekend in Derry
Ógra Shinn Fein took part in a successful Republican youth weekend in Derry in the past week.Despite the bad weather a large crowd turned out on Saturday afternoon for a tour of republican plaques erected in memory of the Volunteers of Óglaigh na hÉireann who died on active service in the Creggan area.
Following the tour a discussion took place on "Youth In Struggle". Speakers from Sinn Féin and Ógra Shinn Féin addressed the event. Barry McNally, who spoke on behalf of Ógra said in his address
"The Republican struggle has always been a youthful one right from its inception of Irish republicanism. Barry also spoke of the youth involvement in the current phase of the conflict in Ireland highlighting the Battle of the Bogside, the youth reclaiming the streets through riots, the hunger strikes and the huge mobilisation of youth on the outside at that time.
Moving on to speak about Ógra Shinn Féin Barry highlighted many campaigns that Ógra are active on. He highlighted the British Demilitarisation campaign in Omagh which Ógra has recently claimed a victory for.
Speaking following the Weekend Barry McNally said
"On behalf of the Ógra activists who attended this weekend I would like to thank the Spirit of Freedom for the invitation. The hospitality and events were of the highest standard. Such events organised by Irish Republican youth are an indication, if any were needed that the republican struggle is in safe hands."ENDS
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