Almost half a century since it was first opened, the Memorial to Irish soldiers who died in the First World War was finally dedicated at Islandbridge.

Report shows gathering of war veterans, relatives and clergy for memorial service. Scenes from World War I. Anti-extradition protesters being led from scene by Gardaí.

Interview with Lieutenant Colonel Derek Boydell OBE who says the men who died were never appreciated.

The reporter is Joe O’Brien.

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