The Mayor of Waterford is presented with a first copy of an illustrated map of the old city walls.
A document and illustration of the old walls of the city the map was prepared by members of the staff of Waterford Corporation and presented to the mayor Eddie Collins by councillor Tim Galvin, on behalf of the chairman.
Waterford richer in the remains of ancient city walls than any other Irish centre with the exception of Derry.
Apart from Reginald's Tower, built by the Danes, parts of the city outer fortifications still remain at Jenkin's Lane, Castle Street, Manor Street and at the back of St Stephen's De La Salle School.
The map shows some of the original Danish construction as well as the 13th century Norman extensions to the wall. The map will go on sale to the public.
An RTÉ News report broadcast on 13 April 1976. The reporter is Dermot Mullane.
