Culleens Ambush

IRA ambush of RIC cycle patrol at Culleens, County Sligo on 1 July 1921. 2 RIC killed and a number wounded in initial engagement. Arrival of British reinforcements forced North Mayo Brigade IRA to engage in fighting retreat with assistance from some North Sligo Brigade IRA.

Date
1 July 1921

Brigades Involved:
2 North Mayo Brigade - 4 Western Division