The Historical Enquiries Team of the PSNI have concluded that Joe’s killing was ‘Unlawful’ & ‘Unjustified’ The family are happy with these findings which confirm once and for all that the Para’s shot Joe in the back in cold blood. See link below for BBC report. The family have added a new page with some comment on the HET report. Thanks for visiting the site. Beir Bua!!
Month: July 2018
40th Anniversary March – success
The 40th Anniversary Commemoration was a great success and we would like to thank all who turned out for making it so very special. Visit the 40th page for a few pic’s etc.
Passing of Eamonn O’Doherty
Link to Irish Times article on the passing of Eamonn O’Doherty, the artist and musician who penned the well know tribute to ‘Big Joe’ that was recorded by ‘Planxty’ for their ‘The Iron Behind the Velvet’ album. The song was sung by Christy Moore who I remember calling to our house in Turf Lodge.
40th Anniversary Commemoration March
The march to commemorate our late father, ‘Big Joe’ McCann, will take place on Sunday the 15th of April 2012. Participants will from-up at 14:15hrs in upper Stanfield St, in the Markets area of Belfast and march to the Hamilton St./Joy St. junction. Ciaran McCann will open and close the proceedings which will consist of an oration on behalf of the family given by Feargal McCann and a song in memory of our father which will be performed by Aine McCann. Final respects will be paid to a true ‘Working Class Hero’ when Anne McCann (Joe’s wife) lays a wreath on the spot were Joe died and the flags are lowered to the sound of the ‘Last Post’. All are welcome to attend this historic event and we look forward to seeing you there.
Commemoration Badges
New Badge to commemorate “Big Joe’s” 40th anniversary now available. Contact Feargal via our Contact Page for details. See the badge on the ‘Tributes’ page. Details about the event on the 15th of April will follow shortly.
Upcoming 40th Anniversary
Work is currently underway organising an event to commemorate Joe’s 40th anniversary next April. watch this space for details. (09/11/11)
Site launched
The family are still making trips back home (up North), piecing together my grandfather’s life story and circumstances for the up-coming biography.
Thank you to all friends, family, and supporters of Joe for your curiosity and interest as this site is for both you and Joe.