President Connolly Honors Easter Rising Dead

0:00It's April 5th. You're listening to Europe News Today, AI Power Coverage from across the continent. I'm Cory with the story. President Catherine Connolly just laid her first wreath since taking office to honor those who died in the 1916 Easter Rising. It marked the 110th anniversary of that armed rebellion against British rule, drawing thousands to a Connolly Street in Dublin for the big ceremony. He figures showed up too, including Tauy Seek, Michelle Martin, Tenae Stase Simon Harris, Defense Minister Helen McIntee, Dublin's Lord Mayor Ray McCatum, Northern Ireland's First Minister Michelle O'Neill, and Sin Fein Leader Mary Lou McDonald. Crowd started gathering before 11am, setting the stage for full military parade and brass band tunes. The event kicked off with the Defense Forces Chaplain leading a prayer, then the National Tri-Color Flag dropped to half mast and noon above the general, post office. This spot holds deep history as the rebellion's headquarters, reminding everyone of Ireland's

1:02fight for independence. Captain Eva Hulahan read the proclamation of the Irish Republic, making her the fourth woman ever to do that honor in these annual events. Connolly followed with the wreath, the anthem played, and an air-core flyover capted before a minute of silence, right as Hale started pelting down, after a sunny stretch. These gatherings keep the rising spirit alive, bridging past sacrifices with today's leaders united in remembrance.