The Laurels Plaque Honors Hegarty Family Legacy

A new plaque at The Laurels on Pouladuff Road honors the Hegarty family’s vital role in Ireland’s War of Independence and Civil War, recognizing their home as a safe house and bomb factory. Sparked by a book and film commissioned by Cork City Council, the memorial—thanks to current owners the O’Sullivans—features the family crest and laurel leaves, symbolizing the house’s name. Unveiled with family, community, and city leaders, including then-lord mayor Fergal Dennehy, it ensures their legacy endures, reminding all that ordinary places and people can shape history. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4052154598bc7742