The Life and Athletic Career of James Hughes by Donal Power

Donal Power  will give a power point presentation on the life and athletic career of his grandfather, Irish International Cross-Country runner  James Hughes.

It will deal with his achievements, fame in England, life as a soldier in World War 1, international sports, the Olympic Games 1908 & 1912 and the tragic and abrupt end to his athletic career, his return to Ireland and his life in Abbeyside in the 1950's and 1960's.

 
 
Where: Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan
 
When: Wednesday 18th September 2013
 
Time: 8pm
 
Admission €5
 
Donal Power is a well known Abbeyside personality through his music, recordings and fundraising efforts. He is presently living in Carrigaline with his wife and family.
 
 
Anyone who has an interest in athletics should add this date to their diary.