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3 unusual facts about James FitzGibbon


DeCou House

During his absence, his house was used by the British army as a detachment headquarters under the command of Lieutenant James FitzGibbon.

James FitzGibbon

In 2003 his descendants donated some of his personal effects, including a signet ring and a ceremonial sword, to the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.

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Born to Garrett (Gerald) FitzGibbon and Mary Widenham in Glin, County Limerick, Ireland, he enlisted in the Knight of Glin's Yeomanry Corps at age 15.



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