Peter Shannon
- Died:
- 17 December 1920
- Age:
- 36
- Rank:
- Constable
- Force:
- Royal Irish Constabulary
- Cause:
- Homicide - Shot
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
- Gallantry award:
- Peter Shannon received State recognition by way of a Gallantry Award in relation to the incident where he lost his life.
Roll of Honour Citation
Shot dead when his patrol was ambushed by terrorists in Swanlinbar, County Cavan. Posthumously awarded the Constabulary Medal for Gallantry.
Police Memorial Tribute
Shot three times and died at the scene when, about 9:30pm, his patrol of one Sergeant and three Constables was ambushed by terrorists in the village of Swanlinbar, County Cavan. Posthumously awarded the Constabulary Medal for Gallantry.
