Mollie receives 'Constabulary Heroes' to mark her 96th birthday

During a special ceremony last Tuesday Portrush author Sam Trotter, BEM, Chairman of the Coleraine Branch of the RUC GC Association, gave his book to celebrate the occasion.

'Constabulary Heroes 1826 - 2009’ incorporating the RUC GC/PSNI and their Forebears including the USC covers a period of 183 years and lists all constabulary members unlawfully killed in Northern Ireland.

Included are members of the Ulster Constabulary, the Constabulary of Ireland, the Londonderry Municipal Police, Royal Irish Constabulary, Ulster Special Constabulary, Royal Ulster Constabulary, Police Service of Northern Ireland, Belfast Harbour Police and the Irish Revenue Police.

The book opens with a magnificent colour plate of HM the Queen presenting the George Cross to the Force, and its acceptance by Constable Paul Slaine on April 12, 2000 at Hillsborough Castle.

The main body of the work consists of the date, time, location and details of the incident that caused each constabulary member’s death. And where available a photograph is included plus the details of the funeral and burial service. The entries are arranged chronologically and 535 names are recorded.

After the index of names the book closes with a colour plate of the RUC GC Memorial Garden - an appropriate conclusion.

Compiled and edited by Mr Trotter, the book is a compelling read and can be obtained from most bookshops or from the publishers Impact Printing, 59 Leyland Road, Ballycastle. Email [email protected]. Priced 25.

Part of the proceeds of the books sale will go to the Widows’ and Parents’ Associations of the RUC GC.