History Hub Ulster welcomes guest writers who research and write on subjects from around the Province of Ulster. In a short series over the next few weeks, Ross Olphert writes on the ‘Constabulary on the North Coast’. Anyone wishing to submit an article should send in ‘word’ format to research@historyhubulster.co.uk
Article 3 – Irish Constabulary Pensioners in the Coleraine district: Incorporating the Irish Constabulary and the Royal Irish Constabulary by Ross Olphert
The members of the Constabulary of Ireland and later the Royal Irish Constabulary were men drawn from all strata of society whether as ordinary constables or officers. Their backgrounds and their experiences shaped their outlook on their work and later how they occupied their time after their service, should they be so fortunate to live that long.
For the first article in this series please read here.
For the second article in this series please read here.