Ward, Hugh

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Name: Ward, Hugh

Rank: Garda

Reg No: 5663

Station: Hollyford, Co. Tipperary

Years of Service: 2

Background:
Hugh Ward, born on 14th February, 1897, came from Cloughmacoo, Nobber, Co. Meath. He joined An Garda Síochána on 27th February, 1924. He served in the Volunteers (1918-1921) and did yeoman service up to the time of the Truce. He also served in the National Army (1921-1924), including the Military Police. He was single and served in Roscommon, Cork and Tipperary.

Circumstances:

On 14th November, 1926, concerted attacks were carried out on Garda stations countrywide. Garda Ward was on duty at Hollyford Station. He answered a knock on the front door of the station. A raider lifted his gun and shot Garda Ward who died from his injuries on 16th November, 1926.