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This afternoon.

GPO, O’Connell Street, Dublin 2.

Cosplaying patriot Barra de Rossa, claiming to represent the sovereign people of Ireland, celebrates the anniversary of the declaration of Irish Independence on January 21, 1919.

Earlier…

This afternoon.

Dawson Street, Dublin 2.

A group of protestors who identified themselves as “Citizens Marking independence day” gather outside the Mansion House.

Anyone?

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Last night.

US Ambassador’s residence, Phoenix Park, Dublin

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar  with the new U.S Ambassador to Ireland Edward F. Crawford to mark the 4th of July Independence Day Celebrations.

Mr Crawford (81) explained that US president Donald Trump had offered him an ambassador posting before he had even been elected.

Asked by Mr Trump what country he would prefer, Mr Crawford responded: “Ireland”. When it was suggested that he give Mr Trump three choices, Mr Crawford said these were “Ireland, Ireland, Ireland”.

US ambassador vows to try to enhance relationship with Ireland (Irish Times)

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