Irish War Veterans March To Cenotaph

Irish War Veterans March To Cenotaph

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History

KG - University

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The transcript describes the capture of Jingling Johnny by the Connacht Rangers at the Battle of Salamanca. It highlights the annual procession of Irish war veterans to the cenotaph, honoring their disbanded units and fallen comrades before St. Patrick's Day. The transcript concludes with patriotic cheers for the King.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Jingling Johnny, and who captured it?

A battle strategy used by the French

A musical instrument captured by the Connacht Rangers

A nickname for a famous Irish general

A type of dance performed by Irish soldiers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which battle is associated with the capture of Jingling Johnny?

Battle of Salamanca

Battle of Hastings

Battle of Waterloo

Battle of the Boyne

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what event is Jingling Johnny carried?

The procession of Irish war veterans to the cenotaph

A parade celebrating Irish independence

A ceremony for the disbandment of military units

A festival honoring Irish music

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Sunday before St. Patrick's Day for the veterans?

It marks the anniversary of the Battle of Salamanca

It is a day to honor fallen comrades

It is the day when the veterans' units were disbanded

It is a day for a national holiday in Ireland

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sentiment is expressed at the end of the transcript?

A patriotic cheer for the King

A moment of silence for the fallen

A call for peace

A wish for prosperity