 up to capture by Irish Free State forces about 19th August 1922.” He was then held prisoner for two weeks in Mitchelstown Court House, after which he was released unconditionally due to his ill health.Outside of jail, he carried despatches in connection with military operation and engagements at Kilmallock.He took part in the destruction of Galbally Police Barracks and attacked Free State posts at Bruff and Rockbarton.