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	Apprentice Boys of Derry - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The siege of Derry was the longest in the history of the British Isles and finally came to an end when Protestant King William of Orange from Holland sailed into port and broke the boom (Dutch for tree) across the River Foyle which was blocking supplies to the city.
		The flag of the Apprentice Boys is a crimson banner, representing the blood that flowed in Derry for freedom and liberty.
		The Apprentice Boys role in the celebrations became more important in the early nineteenth century which saw the establishment of the Apprentice Boys of Derry Club in 1814 and the No Surrender Club in 1824.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Apprentice_Boys_of_Derry (1070 words)

	Siege of Derry - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Richard Talbot, 1st Earl of Tyrconnell, acting as the viceroy of King James VII of Scotland and II of England in Ireland, was anxious to ensure that all strong points in the country were held by garrisons completely loyal to the Roman Catholic cause.
		When the army arrived on December 7, 1688 the city gates were closed against them and the siege began; tradition has the apprentice boys closing the gates and saving the city.
		The siege is commemorated annually by the Apprentice Boys of Derry who stage the week long Maiden City Festival culminating in a parade around the walls of the city by local members, followed by a parade of the city by the full Association.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Siege_of_Derry (487 words)

	Apprentice Boys of Derry - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
		The Society aims to commemorate the 1688 siege of Derry where Catholic James II of England laid siege to the walled city of Derry / Londonderry which harboured the local Protestant population.
		Some Apprentice Boys marches provoke riots as Nationalists protested against the parades passing through their areas.
		The Hall was opened in 1877, dedicated to the memory of the Brave Thirteen Apprentice Boys who closed the City gates in 1688.
	www.arikah.com /encyclopedia/Apprentice_Boys_of_Derry (1133 words)

	Ulster-Scots & Irish Unionist Resource - The Apprentice Boys of Derry (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		The Apprentice Boys of Derry Association commits itself to celebrating the Anniversaries of the Shutting Of The Gates and the Relief of Derry and thus handing down to posterity, the memerable events of the years 1688 and 1689, connected to this city.
		The Apprentice Boys Association have taken many steps in recent years to assist in building respect for their culture and the celebrations in general.
		Apprentice Boys have ensured historical accuracy in their use of flags on Their property and when producing literature.
	www.ulster-scots.co.uk /docs/orange/apprenticeboys.htm (889 words)

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		However, by July 2000, when the Committee visited Belfast and Derry, it was clear that the number of incidents of disorder relating to marches was higher than in 1999, and on a par with that in the previous four or five years[11].
		While many nationalists in Derry resent the continuance of this parade, we accept that the events of the "Relief of Derry", and the symbolism of the walls themselves, are essential elements of the cultural identity of both communities in the city.
		The Apprentice Boys have not only shown themselves willing to enter open dialogue with the Parades Commission and with the nationalist community, but have also made substantial efforts to incorporate their celebrations into the wider cultural life of the city.
	www.biipb.org /biipb/committee/commd/8102.htm (8668 words)

	THE APPRENTICE BOYS OF DERRY
		The Liverpool Campsie Club is a Branch Club of the Apprentice Boys of Derry Association; this association was formed to commemorate the "brave 13" Apprentice Boys who closed the gates of Londonderry in the famous siege of that Historic City in the year 1688.
		Early in the nineteenth century the Apprentice Boys movement began to adopt a more definite role in the celebrations, The Apprentice Boys of Derry Clubs was founded in 1814 and a medal was struck, it is recorded that there was musketry firing from the Cathedral and volleys fired over the Gates.
		The Clubs associated with this soiree were the Apprentice Boys, Mitchelbourne, Baker, Murray, Walker, Browning and Cairns, The latter appears to become defunct after this to be replaced possibly by the revived No Surrender, Campsie and Williamite Clubs continued to flourish until 1884 although their presence was not recorded at the famous 1861 gathering.
	www.orangenet.org /lcc/lcc1.htm (1308 words)

	Apprentice (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		In Derry, the established government collapsed into indecision and the city was being governed by a few Protestant gentlemen with the general consent of their peers.
		Londonderry was not saved by thirteen apprentices acting in defiance of authority, but that news will hardly cause the Apprentice Boys of Derry to close their lodge, nor will it put an end to the Protestant marches in Northern Ireland.
		Protestants in Ireland rightly venerate the memory of the Apprentice Boys, and Catholics could without shame join parades that honor the bravery of the young Irishmen who acted in December 1688 in defense of their faith.
	www.irish-society.org /Hedgemaster%20Archives/apprentice.htm (1123 words)

	One Day in August
		Despite prior assurances given by the General Committee of the Apprentice Boys of Derry concerning the behaviour of their members, a substantial number of Apprentice Boys were involved in behaviour which was abusive, sectarian and sexist in character and calculated to cause offence.
		The last time the Apprentice Boys paraded the complete walls was 27 years ago in 1969 and it precipitated the rioting and disturbances which led to the introduction of British soldiers onto the streets of Derry and Belfast.
		The Apprentice Boys should not be allowed to parade on the west wall unless with the agreement of the residents of the Bogside and adjoining areas.
	www.serve.com /~pfc/orders/aug1995.html (9929 words)

	Apprentice Boys Of Derry Parade
		The "Relief of Derry" celebrations held under the auspices of the Apprentice Boys of Derry (ABOD) is the largest Parade held anywhere in Northern Ireland.
		In 1998, the Apprentice Boys General Committee was approached by the Town Centre Management, (now re-branded as City Centre Initiative) in an effort to resolve the issues surrounding the parade.
		A land mark was set that year when both the Apprentice Boys of Derry and the Bogside Residents Group met to discuss the issues to be resolved and agreed a strategy for same.
	www.psni.police.uk /index/pg_freedom_of_information/pg_classes_of_information/pg_apprentice_boys.htm (690 words)

	BBC News \| UK \| Who are the Apprentice Boys?
		At the start of the siege of Londonderry in 1689, 13 apprentice boys slammed the city gates against the army of the Catholic King James II.
		The Apprentice Boys of Derry, one of the Protestant Loyal Orders, is based upon this defiant action of "no surrender".
		In Derry, the Apprentice Boys marched around the city's historic walls for the first time in many years, and republicans who mounted a sit-down protest were removed by the RUC.
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/uk/420061.stm (477 words)

	BBC News \| NORTHERN IRELAND \| Apprentice Boys' march restricted
		The Apprentice Boys of Derry had applied to march along the lower Ormeau Road before travelling to Londonderry, for the organisation's main annual parade.
		The talks involving the nationalist Bogside Residents' Group in Derry and the Apprentice Boys are being facilitated by the Town Centre Management Group.
		But last August, in the absence of agreement, the Derry and Belfast Apprentice Boys marches were given the go-ahead by the commission.
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/low/northern_ireland/871749.stm (801 words)

	Irish Republican Information Service #160, August 12, 1996
		He admitted that if the Apprentice Boys were not prohibited from proceeding along the 150-yard stretch of the walls overlooking the Bogside, the combined resources of the RUC and the British army might not be able to contain any resultant "disorder".
		The Boys said that it was traditional for 13 of their number to touch the pillars of the four main gates to signal the lifting of the siege in 1688.
		In the glory days of the Apprentice Boys, before they were forced to cease marching along Derry’s walls after 1969, it was their custom to stand on the walls overlooking the Bogside, shout insults, throw pennies and play triumphalist loyalist music down at the nationalist people living under the walls.
	homepage.eircom.net /~eirenua/iris/160.htm (2755 words)

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		The Apprentice Boys of Derry played a key role in precipitating the street disturbances which are now widely seen as being the start of the present phase of the conflict.
		Ten months later, in August 1969, the Apprentice Boys annual parade in Derry provoked widespread opposition and precipitated the battles between members of the RUC and Derry nationalists in the Battle of the Bogside.
		Whilst there had been begrudging acceptance of the right of the Apprentice Boys to parade in the city centre, there was widespread support for those who were opposed to the Boys parading on those sections of the walls which overlooked the nationalist Bogside area passing as close as ten yards to one of its streets.
	www.serve.com /~pfc/july96/introduction.html (2856 words)

	The Kingdom - 2004/09/02: GAA: Kerry see off Derry apprentice boys
		Derry had actual travelled 32 barren minutes before Bradley’s point, the malaise sufficiently troubling for Mickey Moran to replace half forwards James Donaghy and Johnny McBride before the 50th minute.
		Eoin Brosnan’s presence on the ‘forty’ kept the Derry defence vigilant, Declan O’Sullivan roamed in and out of the corner while Colm Cooper was his usual coil of energy, and by the 13th minute Kerry were in the unusual position of leading by three.
		Oh, and Derry hit five unanswered points and nearly dribbled in a goal but they were already spilling out of the exits, Kerry snuggly back in the All-Ireland Final.
	archives.tcm.ie /thekingdom/2004/09/02/story14622.asp (1168 words)

	Apprentice Boys parade in Londonderry
		One parade is held in December, commemorating the closing of the gates by the original Apprentice Boys on 7th December 1688.
		The Apprentice Boys have gone to considerable lengths in recent years to try to present the traditions of the siege in a more inclusive way.
		The Apprentice Boys, band members, stewards, police and spectators at the parade all played their part in ensuring that this very large event was peaceful and well-organised.
	www.cruithni.org.uk /abod (529 words)

	RTE News - Apprentice Boys' march in Derry
		The main Apprentice Boys' parade in Derry took place today with 10,000 marchers accompanied by 150 loyalists bands.
		The new deputy chief constable of the PSNI, Paul Leighton, praised the organisers of the parade and the nationalist residents in Derry.
		He said the peaceful nature of the march was evidence of the progress that could be made through dialogue and he said there were lessons to be learnt from Derry for other controversial marches.
	www.rte.ie /news/2003/0809/north2.html (169 words)

	::: u.tv ::: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Today's Apprentice Boys march in Derry was one of the most peaceful in 15 years after only four arrests, police said.
		The loyal order parade commemorates the 13 apprentice boys who shut Derry`s gates at the start of the Siege of Derry by the troops of the Catholic King James II in December 1688.
		Police praised the co-operation of the Apprentice Boys, the Bogside Residents` Group and Chamber of Commerce during today`s event.
	www.utvinternet.com /newsroom/indepth.asp?id=63774&pt=n (504 words)

	Apprentice Boys Of Derry Memorial Hall
		On 12th August 1873 the Memorial Stone for the New Hall was laid by Alderman John Ewing Miller M.D. in the presence of an immence concourse of Apprentice Boys,Citizens and Protestants from all parts of the Kingdom.
		Foundation Stones were laid on 12th August 1836 by Senator Capt. J.M. Wilton M.C. Mayor, on belalf of the Apprentice Boys, and on 13th July 1837 by Bro Matthew Kerr D.G.M.I. on behalf of the City Grand Lodge.
		The Apprentice Boys of Derry Memorial Hall now houses the Siege Exhibition and is home to the famous Roaring Meg Canon used throughout the Siege.
	www.113.d2g.com /orange-pages/memorialhall.htm (572 words)

	Apprentice Boys Of Derry
		The Apprentice Boys of Derry is a fraternal organization which primarily commemorates the successful defence of the city of Londonderry against the forces of King James II between 1688 and 1689.
		The formation of the first Apprentice Boys club of which he was principle organiser and probably first President, forerunner of later Governors.
		The parade itself started at the King George V playing fields on the very edges of the town, from there this large parade which took 45 minutes to pass any given point proceeded along Broadloan and onto the main Paisley road where onlookers were buzzing with anticipation.
	www.proddygirl.co.uk /abod.htm (342 words)

	Apprendice Boys of Derry
		The first celebrations of the Relief of Derry took place on the Walls on that Joyous calm Sunday evening of July 28th 1689 when the starving citizens, who had endured such hardship for 105 days, crowded onto the ramparts to welcome Browning’s ships that had just broken the Boom across the Foyle.
		The celebrations today and the Apprentice Boys Association in Londonderry have encountered much hostility from many sources but as with their ancestors the Apprentice Boys have held their ground and will continue with "God’s help" well in to the 21st century.
		Like their predecessors in 1688 they are determined to stand their ground and Apprentice Boys and many others unreservedly support their efforts and admire their resilience and fortitude.
	www.ptbfb.50megs.com /ABOD.html (1124 words)

	Lodges
		Traditionally, on the 18th December the Apprentice Boys of Derry parade around the city centre.
		The Clubs associated with this soiree were the Apprentice Boys, Mitchelburne, Baker, Murray, Walker, Browning and Cairns, The latter appears to become defunct after this to be replaced possibly by the revived No Surrender, Campsie and Williamite Clubs continued to flourish until 1884 although their presence was not recorded at the famous 1861 gathering.
		Thursday, the 18th inst., being the anniversary of the shutting of the gates of Derry, three lodges--510, 1139, and 1560 --met at Mr.
	www.crowndefenders.com /lodges.html (3291 words)

	The Kingdom - 2005/04/28: GAA: Kerry’s apprentice boys can’t escape Derry defeat
		DERRY added further to Kerry’s hurling woe when they made the long journey south and came away with a deserved four-point victory over a depleted Kingdom side at Lerrig on Saturday.
		Derry laid the foundations for victory with an early scoring burst that put them 0-7 to 0-1 clear inside the opening 10 minutes.
		Kerry improved in the second half with the wind at their backs but they lost Dooley in the 45th minute when he was yellow carded and Derry looked safe when Ruairi Convery goaled in the 50th minute after Harris had saved McBride’s initial effort.
	archives.tcm.ie /thekingdom/2005/04/28/story17021.asp (640 words)

	Ireland's OWN: History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Derry Divisional Commander, Superintendent Joseph McKeever alleged "It was the worst night of violence ever in the city".
		In Derry the first confrontations between young people and the RUC were centred around three particular incidents.
		It should be borne in mind that the RUC avoid Derry city centre on weekend nights precisely because they are aware of the potential for trouble.
	irelandsown.net /lineoffire.htm (12080 words)

	RTE News - Minor distrubances at North parade
		Around 15,000 members of the Apprentice Boys of Derry took part in the parade.
		Members of the Apprentice Boys turned back from the protest and then proceeded to the main parade in the city.
		Earlier, the Governor of the Apprentice Boys of Derry, William Allen, said he hoped the day would be celebrated in the spirit of goodwill and tolerance.
	www.rte.ie /news/2004/0814/parades.html (269 words)

	abod1.page
		Colonel walker was a minister within the siege of Derry and was then appointed governor of the city.
		Henry was a young Scottish apprentice boy one of the brave 13 who closed Derrys gates against King James advancing army.
		The club was set up to accommodate the lower north Belfast area of northern Ireland between the Crumlin road and Alexandra park avenue who wish to participate in Ulster Scots apprentice boys activities.
	www.geocities.com /abodtbay/abod1.html (363 words)

	Apprentice Boys of Derry meet Minister in Dublin - 28 March 2001 - Department of Foreign Affairs - Government of Ireland (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
		Apprentice Boys of Derry meet Minister in Dublin - 28 March 2001 - Department of Foreign Affairs - Government of Ireland
		Apprentice Boys of Derry meet Minister in Dublin
		The visit gave me a better understanding of the cultural heritage of the Apprentice Boys.
	foreignaffairs.gov.ie /information/display.asp?ID=745 (176 words)

	BBC NEWS \| UK \| Northern Ireland \| Marchers 'will abide by ruling'
		The Apprentice Boys have said they will adhere to the determination that its members should be bussed past the flashpoint Ardoyne shops - in a mainly nationalist area.
		While it said it would abide by the ruling, Apprentice Boys spokesman Tommy Cheevers said the commission had given in to threats.
		"The Apprentice Boys have said they will abide by the Parades Commission's determination and remain legal at all times and on the Ardoyne residents' front, they have said they will accept buses going down the road without creating any problems.
	news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/uk_news/northern_ireland/3561830.stm (600 words)

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