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.