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3 unusual facts about James FitzGibbon


DeCou House

During his absence, his house was used by the British army as a detachment headquarters under the command of Lieutenant James FitzGibbon.

James FitzGibbon

In 2003 his descendants donated some of his personal effects, including a signet ring and a ceremonial sword, to the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.

Born to Garrett (Gerald) FitzGibbon and Mary Widenham in Glin, County Limerick, Ireland, he enlisted in the Knight of Glin's Yeomanry Corps at age 15.



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