Pat talks about the life of Art McAlinden, a veteran republican from south Armagh. He had already spent over 20 years in prisons as a republican prisoner before being interned in August 1971 for two years.
Art was well known throughout the country and Pat remembers how although he was unassuming, he was very much respected for the way he motivated people with good advice and leading by example.
Audio Description
00:00:00.0 00:05:01.2 Introduction. Pat McGinn recalling his memories as a young man of the veteran republican Art McAlinden.
00:05:01.2 00:07:48.9 Sudden death of Art. Very much respected.
00:07:48.9 00:11:30.4 Spent over 20 years in prisons before being interned in 1971. Positive influence on young republicans.
00:11:30.4 00:15:19.6 Background, family and friends. Led by example.
00:15:19.6 00:17:46.1 Remembered by people from different areas.
00:17:46.1 00:20:45.3 Interned from 1971 to 1973.
00:20:45.3 00:23:55.9 Whilst he was unassuming and humble it’s important that he’s remembered for his motivation and good advice and influence.
