James Young plaque, Belfast
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James Young plaque, Belfast
Image: © Albert Bridge Taken: 15 Sep 2010
The inscription on the plaque and the description in the Ulster History Circle’s website http://www.ulsterhistory.co.uk/jamesyoung.htm are understatements when describing the late James Young. More than just a Belfast Stanley Baxter, his portrayals of the lady from Cheeryvelley, the trade union official, the window cleaner and “Orange Lily” caught the public’s attention. He became an institution not understood outside Northern Ireland. In the days before “coming out” became fashionable he kept his personal life a secret. He was funny but perceptive, entertaining but thought provoking when delivering a political homily. Some of his performances may be seen on Youtube. The plaque is on a house in Fernwood Street Image, off the Ormeau Road.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.578313
Longitude
-5.921911