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The subjects of this volume include a short history of militias in Ireland, the last Coleraine militia, the rebellions that have involved the population of old Killowen and 19th century politics
William was a 17-year-old groomsman who was transported to Van Diemen's Land in 1835. This Australian story traces William 'Cocky' Wall's journey in two parts, Part One: The convict was assigned to three employers in Tasmania. On receiving his Certificate of Freedom William took his family to Victoria. He was a pioneer in Central Victoria, becoming a farmer, publican, and innkeeper. Part Two: The Currency spanning 117 years explores the lives of 13 surviving children and their descendants.
On Call 24/7 chronicles the life experiences and lessons learned that have molded the outstanding career of Bill Lyght as a Black army lieutenant colonel and as a Black police executive. He tells the story of his grandparents and parents and the impressions that they made on him that hard work and education propel one's career. It is a narrative of his vast experiences while serving in the military as a commissioned officer for twenty years and as a police executive for almost twenty years. Bill Lyght documents the accomplishments of his siblings and children, all of whom have lived productive lives and significantly contributed to society. He pays tribute to his wife Brenda, whom he refers ...