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Nicky Rackard Memorial

Placeholder for Nicky Rackard Memorial plaque

The Nicky Rackard Memorial is a tribute to an individual whose life spanned the years 1922 to 1976. This memorial, classified as a statue, signifies remembrance rather than a specific event. While details on the exact person commemorated are not provided, the dates suggest a lifespan that would have witnessed significant changes in Ireland and globally. Memorials such as this often serve as quiet markers, prompting reflection on the lives they represent and their contributions or significance within their communities during the mid-20th century.

The memorial stands as a reminder of an individual from a period marked by considerable development and transformation in Ireland. This era saw the young Irish Republic finding its footing, navigating post-independence challenges, and witnessing the mid-century social and economic shifts. Within this broader historical setting, local communities frequently establish memorials to honour notable figures, long-serving residents, or those who made an impact in their particular sphere of influence. Their collective presence contributes to the fabric of local history and shared memory.

The memorial is a statue, identified by its inscription '1922-1976'. Visitors approach it as a place of quiet contemplation, typical of many memorials found throughout Ireland. Such sites are often located in public spaces, designed to be accessible for those wishing to reflect on the individual or the period it represents. Respectful conduct is encouraged, preserving the solemnity and dignity of the site for all who visit.

Inscription

1922-1976
Transcribed from the plaque at Location details from OpenStreetMap.

Background

The Nicky Rackard Cup stands as the fourth-tier competition for senior county hurling teams within the Gaelic Athletic Association. Established in 2005, the 2025 edition marked its twenty-first iteration. This championship fosters competition among six county teams, ranked from 24th to 29th in the overall All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship standings for 2025.

The tournament unfolded across several weeks, culminating in a final match. Teams that perform well or face relegation from higher tiers continually shape the participants each year. The final itself is scheduled to take place at Croke Park in Dublin, serving as the stage for teams to compete for this significant hurling honour.

Original summary by TributeLegacy, informed by public sources.

Source: OpenStreetMap. Geographic data via OpenStreetMap.

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Data sources

Location records are drawn from open, licence-clean datasets, kept here with attribution and gratitude to the people who maintain them.

  • Open Plaques, dedicated to the public domain (CC0). See openplaques.org.
  • Wikidata, available under the CC0 1.0 Universal dedication.
  • © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence.
  • Historic England, National Heritage List for England, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. War memorial records are drawn from open community datasets (OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, NHLE) - never from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, which is excluded.

Editorial descriptions, photography and tribute links are original TributeLegacy work, layered on top of the open data.

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