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Abercorn Barracks, also called Ballykinler or Ballykinlar Barracks, was a former British military base in Ballykinler, County Down, Northern Ireland. Built in 1901 and renamed in 1949 for James Hamilton, 3rd Duke of Abercorn, it became known for military training and for internment during the Irish War of Independence and later periods of Northern Ireland's conflict. The barracks closed in 2018, while the surrounding Ministry of Defence training area was retained.
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What was Abercorn Barracks?
Abercorn Barracks, also called Ballykinler or Ballykinlar Barracks, was a former British military base in Ballykinler, County Down, Northern Ireland. It was used for military training and other military purposes.
When was Abercorn Barracks built?
The base was built in 1901. It was later renamed in 1949 for James Hamilton, the 3rd Duke of Abercorn.
Why is the site also called Ballykinler Barracks?
Ballykinler and Ballykinlar are place-name forms associated with the County Down location. The site therefore appears under both local names and the later official name Abercorn Barracks.
Was Abercorn Barracks an internment site?
The site became associated with military internment during its history, in addition to training and other British military uses. The exact period and groups involved should be checked against specialist historical sources for a detailed account.
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