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A large format illustrated hardback, 512 pages, illustrated throughout.
This Historical Songbook tells the true story of the Irish heroes and their brave and daring deeds in events leading up to, and participating in the Great War and the Fight for Irish Freedom between the years (1913 – 1923). The following writings deal specifically with historical events which took place in Tullamore, Offaly and south Westmeath, which were mirrored throughout Ireland during those turbulent years. The contents of this book are a tribute to that wonderful generation.
The lyrics of over 100 songs and ballads are included in the book, each song and ballad has a brief ‘Introduction’ giving details about the author or background to the song.
Includes history of Ireland up to 1913 and the story of The Great Hunger 1847 ~ 1852
The Great War 1914 to 1918 and strong Offaly connections.
The Tullamore Incident March 20, 1916 (first shots fired by Irish Volunteers Peader Bracken and Seamus O’Brennan) a month before The Easter Rising.
The Easter Rising April 24, 1916 and strong Offaly connections.
The War of Independence in Offaly and Ireland Jan 21, 1919 to July 11, 1921.
The Civil War in Offaly and Ireland June 28, 1922 to May 24, 1923.
SONGS AND BALLADS ( inclding period songs and more contemporary songs and ballads that deal with the era)
There are 105 songs and ballads in this book ( sample titles below). Each one has a brief ‘Introduction’ giving details about the author or background to the song.
18th and 19th CENTURY SONGS AND BALLADS
Follow me up to Carlow, Brennan on the Moor, The Rising of the Moon
Kelly, the boy from Killane, A Nation Once Again, The Wearin’ of the Green
Early 20th Century SONGS ABD BALLADS
Dublin City 1913, Me old Howth Gun, Where oh where is our James Connolly
Down by the Glenside, Ireland Boys Hurrah, God Save Ireland
GREAT WAR SONGS AND BALLADS
It’s a long way to Tipperary, Pack up your Troubles
Danny Boy, The Green Fields of France, Christmas 1915 (A Silent Night)
Wild Mountain Thyme
EASTER RISING SONGS AND BALLADS
The Ballad of James Connolly, Grace
The Dying Rebel, A Row in the Town, The Foggy Dew, The Lonely Banna Strand
WAR OF INDEPENDENCE SONGS AND BALLADS
Ashtown Road, On The One Road, The Merry Ploughboy
Tipperary so far Away, The Ballad of Kevin Barry, The Boys of Kilmichael
The Man from Mullingar
CIVIL WAR SONGS AND BALLAS
The Broad Black Brimmer. Take it down from the Mast
The Ballad of Michael Collins. Soldier’s of ‘22’
The Galtee Mountain Boy, The Woods of Drumboe
POST REVOLUTIONARY SONGS
The Patriot Game, Sean South from Garryowen
Four Green Fields. The Men Behind the Wire
Only Our Rivers Run Free, The Offaly Rover
Period photographs are included within the text, as well as content from a range of historians and authors, including Ciaran Reillly, Emmanual Destenay, John Gibney, Philip McConway, Lorcan Collins, James Durney, Padraig O'Ruairi and Joseph E.A O'Connell.
Published November 2025.
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a brilliant book
This book is so in depth and concise in it's entirety. It is a vast history of a local area and is worth every minute spent reading it. Well done to Ray, no doubt this will not be the last wear hear of this author.
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EXCELLENT
Excellent book, great read, a must have
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Absolute gem
An absolute gem of a book an excellent read, great value for money, and a lovely gift to receive or buy for yourself. Well done to all who took part and helped in the making of this book - hard to put down once you start reading! Irene, Ballydaly, Tullamore
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Excellent
This book is s aresult of a labour of love by Raymond Daly involving 10 years of research resulting in an incredidibly detailed account of events in 1913-23. It includes songs and ballads relating to Ireland's fight for freedom. I strongly recommend this book as a wonderful source of information and enjoyment.
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Ten Faithful Years
I enjoy history and particularly the years from 1913 to 1923. This book is a treasure as it gives songs to accompany the history. Enjoying reading it currently.
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excellent and informative
first class service
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a fantastic historical songbook
Ten Faithful Years (1913–1923) in Song & Story is a fantastic historical songbook — it is a deeply moving tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and spirit of a generation that shaped Ireland. Ray’s beautiful writing brings to life a turbulent decade that encompassed the Great War and the struggle for Irish freedom, told through a wonderful blend of story and song. By focusing on the lived experiences of people in Tullamore and Offaly, it transforms sweeping national history into something so human. The local stories mirror the wider Irish experience, reminding us that history is not only made in the big cities or famous battlefields, but in small towns, homes, and communities. As a physical book, the hardback format gives it the presence it deserves. It’s a keepsake to be passed down through generations. It is both a reference work and a memorial, a celebration of cultural heritage and a remembrance of sacrifice. Above all, Ten Faithful Years (1913–1923) in Song & Story succeeds because it understands that history lives in story and song. It honours the heroes of a defining decade in Ireland, not only by recounting their deeds, but by preserving the music that carried their hopes and sustained their communities. This book is for anyone who wishes to feel a real sense of Ireland during one of its most defining eras. It stands as a testament to resilience, identity, and the enduring power of song. Elaine Cullen, Tullamore
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5/5
For almost decade Ray Daly has worked diligently to bring together a collection of historical, musical and photographic sources to tell the story of the revolutionary period in Offaly. The end product will be of great interest to history enthusiasts from both Offaly and further afield. Aidan Doyle, Ferbane
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EXCELLENT
For anyone interested in local Irish history, or the power of songs, this is a rewarding and deeply engaging read. The research is thorough, with careful attention to dates and names. Despite its size, it’s surprisingly hard to put down. Each chapter draws you on. Along with the history, I love reading the words of all the ballads I would highly recommend this book, a great read. Donal Dold, Tullamore
