Loughries Historical have been fortunate to have been involved in an exciting new historical project - 'Sir Thomas Smith's Forgotten English Settlement of the Ardes & North Down in 1572' If you are familiar with the Hamilton - Montgomery story of 1606, than you may have heard of Sir Thomas. If not, then you are in for a real treat. a Historical booklet has been produced and is to be launched very soon.
If you are in the know - then by now you will have received an initiation by now.
The invitation to the launch of a wonderful new historical booklet 'Sir Thomas Smith's Forgotten English Settlement of 1572' The booklet is the work of Mr. Mark Thompson, former Chair of the Ulster Scots Agency, Local Historian, Designer and Musician - assistance in the printing and publication of the booklet has been provided by Loughries Historical Society.
The booklet launch will take place in the Londonderry Room, Town Hall, Newtownards on Friday 14th May 2010 at 7.30. Special guests for the evening will be Minister for DECAL Mr. Nelson McCausland MLA and Mayor of Ards Cllr. Billy Montgomery.
It is shaping up to be a great night - if you are interested in coming along please drop me an e-mail and I will see you get an invitation.
HMA
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