World War One Rations and Fashions Wartime in a Small Town

Seamus opening address. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

The Feehan family. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Ed Coyle holds up the Death Penny. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Denis McMonagle relaxing with his exhibit during the WW1 Exhibition Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Bernie from Dun na Si was on hand to tell people how to look up details of their ancestors. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Joan and Irene meet and greet. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Jacinta Feehan and her dad enjoying the exhibition. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Seamus Morris takes his turn on the door. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Damien Ó Gatlaoich meets Johnny Doran and Tom Evans. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Seamus McKenna ready to go on air on Athlone Community Radio. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Little Museum of Memories on display. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

A collage of Photographs of Old Athlone Courtesty of Joe Connolly and the Corner House Bistro. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Maureen Rendell displays clothes from the era with some lovely embroidery and patchwork. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Mayor of Athlone Tom Farrell enjoying the exhibition. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Lyric Baritone Darren'O Hara & Concert Pianist Lupe Alvarez De Toledo Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Seamus McKenna gives the exhibition the thumbs up. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Ian Kenneally with a Propaganda Poster from America on slide during his speech "Selling War, Propaganda" Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

3 lovely ladies, Ursula Ledwith, Erica Follows-Smith Irene Keenan Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Seamus McKenna interviews Tom O' Neill from Cork who came along as an exhibitor. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Tom O' Neill from Co. Cork with part of his exhibit Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Two lovely ladies at the exhibition. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Ursula interviewing a member of the the audience. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Seamus and Irena meet and greet. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Maureen and Maria enjoying the event. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Guest Speaker John Burke. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Ursula Ledwith waiting eagerly for Claire Hall to speak about "Women in War" Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Robbie in a different role today. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Deirdre smiles while Mary thinks "I hope she knows what is doing". Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Billy waiting for the day to begin. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

A very dapper Charlie Finneran from Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Darren and Lupe entertain the crowd

Claire Hall speaks about Women in War

Joan and David helping to set up the exhibition. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Ian Kenneally speaks about Selling War and Propaganda Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Guest Speaker Claire Hall. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Helmet on display. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Badges on display Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Guest Speaker Ian Kenneally. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Visitors to the exhibit. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Guest Speaker Brian Casey. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Great day so far, time for a break. Photo courtesy of Dean Carroll

Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Charlie Finneran from Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum setting up his exhibit. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Looking forward to a good day with Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum Exhibit Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Charile finishes setting up the exhibit for Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Charlie looking good with Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Dee Flynn and her son show off her grandfathers WW1 American Uniform which was on display during the exhibition. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

This is heavier than it looks, part of an exhibit by Johnny Doran Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Dennis McMonagle shows some of what he has on display at the exhibition. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Derek Kiernan from Little Museum of Memories trys out some of the display Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum on display Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Maureen Rendell putting the finishing touches to her display Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Billy Finnane needs a cuppa before the day begins..and of course on hand to help out was Gerry McCallan. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

David Hall, Deirdre Hunt, Seamus McKenna, Joan Halpin Hall and Irene Keenan taking a moment before the exhibit opens to the public. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Johnny Doran shows how to hold a rifle while wearing the uniform of the time Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Rifle and bicycle of the time on display by Johnny Doran Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Johnny Doran Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Johnny Doran Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Kelen Smith, Jacinta Feehan with Louise Shanagher and Rose Finnerty from Tales Lou Lou Rose who came along and facilitated a Children's Mediation Workshop as part of the event. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

All set up and ready to go at Little Museum of Memories Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Carmel shows how to wear the helmet with Little Museum of Memories Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Derek, Karen and Carmel from Little Museum of Memories Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Seamus McKenna looks for quiet before he gives the opening speech Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Seamus McKenna and Charlie Finneran looking very much the gentlemen of the era Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Pat Brilly and part of his display at the exhibition Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Noel Henry with a photo of Count John McCormack and a gramophone on display with the Little Museum of Memories Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Little Museum of Memories Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Noel Henry and Charlie Finneran no doubt comparing stories about the items on display at the Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum stand. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Maureen Rendell with an amazing array of clothes, embroidery and lace from the era. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Mary, Jason and Kyle getting ready to go live on air on 88.4fm. Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Time to broadcast on Athlone Community Radio Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Mary Lennon and Joan Halpin Hall set up twitter Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Tom Evans lends a helping hand to Charlie Finneran Derryglad Folk & Heritage Museum Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Photo courtesy of Joe Relihan

Noel Henry plays songs from his album 30 Smash Hits Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic

Amazing array of items on display Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic

Lots to see at the interactive exhibition Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic

Ladies enjoying the items on display at this interactive exhibition Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic

A chance to relax and smile for the camera Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic

Johnny Doran poses with his bike and rifle while wearing the uniform from the war era Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic

Mary Merrigan brought along a certificate from a family member who had entered active service to defend the liberty of his country Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic

Part of Tom O' Neill's Exhibit which was on display Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic

It was great to see the younger generation come along and enjoy the day Photo Courtesy of Irena Cvetkovic