Monument on Thomas Street, County Dublin

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Freestanding rectangular-profile carved limestone monument, dated 1978. Limestone shaft with render cornice. Carved roundel having profile of Robert Emmet in bas-relief, draped garland over. Inscription to front.

Robert Emmet was a member of the United Irishmen, and led an attempted rebellion against British rule in 1803. He was subsequently captured, tried for treason and executed in front of Saint Catherine’s Church on 20th September 1803. This monument marks the site of his death, adding to the building's historic setting. The carefully carved and detailed profile adds artistic value to the streetscape.

From the Buildings of Ireland (National Inventory of Architectural Heritage) record 50080613

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