The Swanzy Riots: Compensation Claims

This database details over 300 compensation claims made by residents and businesses in Lisburn in the wake of the Swanzy Riots, 22 August 1920.  As claims had to be lodged within three days of the damage, many families or business owners who fled the town may not have had the opportunity to submit, so the database may only present a snapshot of the actual damage.  Further, households or businesses may have submitted a single claim covering damages for multiple people. The total compensation claimed was £840,595.61, with £206,419.08 paid out by the Northern Ireland Government.

A guide to sources and abbreviations, Key and a guide to the table headings can be found below.

The Museum wishes to acknowledge Pat Geary, Charlie Roche and Pearse Lawlor for their help, time and expertise in bringing this information together.  For questions or comments, please email here.

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