First anniversary of Private Seán Rooney today



Today marks the first anniversary of Private Seán Rooney’s death in Lebanon.

The 24-year-old who lived in Newtowncunningham was killed during an attack on UN peacekeeping soldiers.

Private Rooney was described as a “national hero” at his funeral.

A charity football match with his friends and army comrades was held at Oriel Park last weekend.



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