Episode 4 of 5
Arrest of O'Brien
- When
- 5 August 1848
- Where
- Thurles station
William Smith O'Brien was recognized by a railway guard at Thurles station on 5 August 1848.
A guard reported O'Brien to the authorities for a £500 reward. This event followed the suppression of the rebellion and led to his eventual trial and sentencing.
Sources
- William Smith O'Brien Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-31
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