
Desmond FitzGerald
Desmond FitzGerald was an aide-de-camp to Michael Joseph O’Rahilly during the Easter Rising, who later recounted O’Rahilly’s bravery and commitment to the cause even in the face of impending defeat.
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Frank McDonald was critical of Dublin because he believed it was ‘well worth fighting for’ – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-09-12
Desmond Fitzgerald worked with Niall Montgomery on the original Dublin Airport terminal.
Voice from the Grave – Frank McNally on a debut poetry collection from Niall Montgomery, 38 years after his death. – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2025-06-19
Desmond Fitzgerald, the minister for external relations, told the department’s top official about a meeting with 'a most objectionable' Foreign Office official.
Not just a travel document but a declaration of hope and of reclaiming identity – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2025-05-05
Desmond FitzGerald was an aide-de-camp to Michael Joseph O’Rahilly during the Easter Rising.
The definite article – Brian Maye on Michael Joseph O’Rahilly, The O’Rahilly – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2025-03-25






























