A History in 100 Objects of Derry - Derry City Council

85. Time capsule86. Sir Cahir O’Doherty’s swordA glass vessel, containing coins and documents that wereplaced on site at the laying of the foundation stone of theGuildhall on August 23, 1887.Although Council were aware of the existence of the timecapsule we were not sure of its exact location and thereforedelighted to have uncovered it during the work.The restoration of the Guildhall was a major capital projectthat has resulted in a majestic, beautiful building, with manystories to tell, once again taking its place at the heart of citylife.Proposed byFrank MorrisonO’Doherty became the Lord of Inishowen at the age of 13and an ally to the British crown. However, the situationchanged and he burned Derry to the ground in 1608.This sword is the last physical representation of O’Doherty,the consequences of his rebellion had repercussions on thecity we see today.Proposed byHeather Taylor87. Photographs by James GlassJames Glass was a portrait and landscape photographerbased in Derry in the late nineteenth century.Although portraiture was his main field he is remembered forthe unique series of photographs he took in the Gweedorearea of Donegal.It is believed that this was the first use of photographs asevidence in an Irish court.Proposed byJudith McCarthy88. Field day posterFor over 30 years Field Day has been a potent theatrical andcultural-political grouping.The return of Field Day was one of the most eagerlyanticipated events for 2013.Field Day placed the city at the heart of Irish cultural life,exporting ideas to the world by combining the gifts of figuressuch as Seamus Deane, Seamus Heaney, Brian Friel andStephen Rea with theatrical and literary talents.Proposed byNiall McCaughan31