Kildare Guerillas - The War of Independence in North Kildare

The story of Kildare's role in the Irish War of Independence. This movie follows the Prosperous, Allenwood, Robertstown and Allen Companies as they take part in Ireland's struggle for freedom by disrupting British communications and staging ambushes around the county. Ambushes at the Hill of Allen and Stacumny, just to name a few. The story is told through the eyes of Ned Tracey, captain of the Prosperous G Company. Filmed in several locations in Kildare for Prosperous Heritage Society with the help of Allen Historical Society. Supported by the Kildare Decade of Commemorations Committee. Written by Joe Murphy Edited by Darren Brereton Music Credits Skibereen by Patrick Carpenter Mo Ghille Mear by UCD Choir Sad Autumn Music by Kyrylo Zaplotynskyi Kampala by Cinematic Music Company Magic of Love by Brunuhville This short film was recorded on a Huawai P30 Pro mobile phone and features people who have either acted a handful of times or never. We hope you enjoy our homemade documentary.