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43-year-old Colour Sergeant Joseph Cuddihy of the Irish Guards picks 1
43-year-old Colour Sergeant Joseph Cuddihy of the Irish Guards picks 1, 100 sprigs and 300 sprays of Shamrock, at Coppingers Court Ruin, Ireland. These will be handed out to the guards at noon on St Patricks Day by the Queen Mother. Colour Sergeant Cuddihy has been carrying out this mission annually for the last seven years. 13th March 1970
Alisdair Macdonald
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Ireland
70 2558
Media ID 21704842
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Ireland Landmark Ruins Soldier Uniform Colour Sergeant Shamrock
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In this photograph, we witness the timeless tradition of St. Patrick's Day being upheld by 43-year-old Colour Sergeant Joseph Cuddihy of the Irish Guards. Standing amidst the picturesque ruins of Coppingers Court in Ireland's Ballyvireen Valley, he meticulously handpicks 1,100 sprigs and 300 sprays of Shamrock. This annual mission holds great significance as these delicate symbols will be distributed to his fellow guards at noon on St. Patrick's Day by none other than the revered Queen Mother herself. For seven consecutive years now, Colour Sergeant Cuddihy has shouldered this responsibility with unwavering dedication. The image captures a moment frozen in time - a soldier clad in his distinguished uniform against a backdrop that echoes centuries of history and resilience. The crumbling walls behind him stand as silent witnesses to Ireland's past while also symbolizing its enduring spirit. Alisdair Macdonald skillfully immortalizes this poignant scene through his lens, capturing not just an individual but an entire nation's commitment to preserving age-old traditions. This print serves as a reminder that even amidst changing times, some customs remain unshakable pillars connecting us to our heritage. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot from 1970s Ireland, let us reflect on the power of rituals like these - they bind communities together across generations and remind us all of who we are and where we come from.
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