Photo of a painting by John McGinnis. In 1589 on Streedagh Strand in County Sligo, 25 of King Philip of Spain's fleet wrecked. Brian O'Rourke and his men saved many Spaniards.

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Comment by Gerry Regan on June 22, 2013 at 9:31am

Frances, striking image! Tell us a bit about it!

Comment by Ryan O'Rourke on June 23, 2013 at 8:47am

Fantastic.

Comment by The Last Torch on June 25, 2013 at 6:46am

1589 Streedagh Strand, County Sligo.  25 of King Philip of Spain's fleet wrecked. Brian O'Roukes and his men saved many Spaniards.

Comment by The Last Torch on June 25, 2013 at 6:51am

My dad John McGinnis painted it. I changed it slightly so it would be a very very early morning scene. I didn't want to be to particular about what he was painting he knows the story. http://thenewwildgeese.com/profiles/blogs/1589-streedagh-strand-cou...

Comment by mary mc ginnis on June 25, 2013 at 7:05am

Fran Are you going to show the finished product.?

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