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Inauguration of the Gillespie Monument, at Comber, 1845. Creator: Unknown
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Inauguration of the Gillespie Monument, at Comber, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Inauguration of the Gillespie Monument, at Comber, 1845. Opening of a memorial in County Down, (now Northern) Ireland. The [Rollo Gillespie] Monument itself is a beautiful Grecian pillar, fifty-five feet high...divided into compartments, on each of which is sculptured a representation of one of the principal scenes of Gillespies brilliant career, and surmounted by a statue of the hero himself, standing in a graceful attitude, with his sword in his right hand...An inscription reads: " Robert Rollo Gillespie. Major-General, and Knight Commander of the Most Honourable the Military Order of the Bath, born at Comber, 1766, after a brief but glorious career, fell in battle, before the fortress of Kalunga, on the 31st of October, 1814. His last words were - One shot more for the honour of Down. A Monument at Meerut [Uttar Pradesh, India], in the East, marks the grave where his ashes rest. From " Illustrated London News", 1845, Vol VII
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Inauguration of the Gillespie Monument, at Comber, 1845
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. This print captures a momentous occasion in history - the inauguration of the Gillespie Monument in Comber, County Down (now Northern) Ireland. Standing tall and proud is the magnificent Grecian pillar, reaching an impressive height of fifty-five feet. Every inch of this monument is adorned with intricate sculptures depicting significant scenes from Robert Rollo Gillespie's illustrious career. At its pinnacle stands a statue of the hero himself, exuding grace and strength as he holds his sword firmly in his right hand. The inscription on this remarkable memorial tells us that Robert Rollo Gillespie was born in Comber in 1766. Despite his brief but glorious career, he fell valiantly in battle before the fortress of Kalunga on October 31st, 1814. His last words echo through time: "One shot more for the honor of Down". It is worth noting that another monument marks his final resting place at Meerut in Uttar Pradesh, India. This photograph not only immortalizes a significant event but also pays tribute to a brave soldier who dedicated his life to serving his country. The attention to detail and craftsmanship evident in every aspect of this monument serves as a testament to Gillespie's extraordinary achievements and enduring legacy. As we gaze upon this image today, we are reminded of those who have sacrificed everything for honor and duty – their memory forever etched into stone for generations to come.
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