Rare 1916 Easter Rising rifle used in Offaly sells for staggering amount at auction

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What is described as a 'very rare' and historic rifle used in Offaly during 1916 Rising has sold for a staggering amount at auction The Mauser Gewehr 98 bolt-action rifle was presented to the Offaly Brigade, Irish Volunteers by Sir Roger Casement. It was up for auction by Whyte's with an estimate of

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