QUIGG, ROBERT fl. 1914-1918

Robert Quigg lived in Bushmills and was a private in the 12th Battalion, Royal Irish Rifles, Ulster Division. As were many Ulstermen, he was awarded the Victoria Cross for acts of bravery near Hamal in France in 1916. It is said that he made seven attempts to find his wounded officer, and that he continued to rescue the wounded on the frontline. He is buried in Billy churchyard, County Antrim.

QUIGLEY, EDWARD J. 1872-1942

Edward Quigley was born in Killeevan, County Monaghan and ordained in 1897 as priest of Clogher. He contributed to theological and religious journals and wrote a number of religious works, including The Divine Office; A Book for Altar Servers; Ceremonies and Rights of Confirmation and the Visitation of Parishes.

QUINN, WILLIAM PATRICK 1901-1978

William Quinn was born in Iniskeen, County Monaghan. On the dissolution of the Royal Irish Constabulary in 1922, he was among the first to join the Garda Siochana. He became Deputy Commissioner, and in 1965 Commissioner, the first member of the force to occupy this post.

QUINTON, JAMES WALLACE 1834-1891

James Quinton was born in Quinton, County Fermanagh, and was educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He served in India in the Bengal civil service from 1856 and was made a Companion of the Order of the Star of India. In 1889 he was appointed Chief Commissioner of Assam and in 1891 he was murdered when attempting to quell a rebellion.