NUMBER 435

BENCHMARKS continued

The third 'mark from Clonmel by P.G.R. It comes with a heart-felt plea: 'Kickam Barracks, Clonmel, is now abandoned by the Army as part of the cut-backs and the buildings behind the arch now house a solicitors' practice and an Acupuncture Clinic. Who will defend us now?' 
Also included is this prayer: 

O God, our help in ages past, 

Our hope for years to come, 

Our shelter from the stormy blast, 

And our eternal home. 

 Under the shadow of thy throne 

Thy saints have dwelt secure; 

Sufficient is thine arm alone, 

And our defense is sure. 

Below: The 'mark on the arch at Kickam Barracks in Clonmel.

 

Above: The arch at Kickam Barracks with the 'mark at bottom right.