‘She is in your hands — in your power. If you do not save her, she cannot save herself. I solemnly call on you to recollect that I predict, with the sincerest conviction, that one-fourth of her population will perish unless you come to her relief.’

Featured Image | The crypt of Daniel O’Connell | Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin | Andy Sheridan Photography

Image | Portrait of Daniel O’Connell | by J.P. Haverty | Derrynane House, Co Kerry