Waterford in County Waterford, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)
Cearnóg an Bhunreachta
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Constitution Square
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 16, 2026
1. Cearnóg an Bhunreachta / Constitution Square Marker
Cearnóg an Bhunreachta
Ainmnithe chun comóradh a dhéanamh ar chur i bhfeidhm Bhunreacht na hÉireann 1937 cothrom 80 bliain ó shoin agus in onóir John Joseph Hearne (1893–1969), a rugadh i bPort Láirge agus atá aitheanta ag Éamon de Valera mar phríomh-ailtire agus mar línitheoir an Bhunreachta.
Constitution Square
Named to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Constitution of Ireland 1937 and to honour Waterford-born John Joseph Hearne (1893–1969), credited by Éamon de Valera as architect-in-chief and draftsman of the Constitution.
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John Hearne, a ceapadh sa mbliain 1950 mar chéad Ambasadóir na hÉireann chuig Stáit Aontaithe Mheiriceá, lena chlann, in Ambasáid na hÉireann, Washington DC.
John Hearne, who in 1950 was appointed first Irish Ambassador to the United States of America, with his family, Irish Embassy, Washington, DC.
Erected by Waterford Treasures.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Places • Patriots & Patriotism. A significant historical year for this entry is 1937.
Location. 52° 15.579′ N, 7° 6.465′ W. Marker is in Waterford, Munster,
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Regionally, this marker is in the Ancient East. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, on the Island of Ireland, on the Celtic Fringe, in the European Union, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Seán Ó hEathirn / John J Hearne (here, next to this marker); “No Pasaran” (a few steps from this marker); The Bishop’s Palace (a few steps from this marker); The Widows’ Apartments (a few steps from this marker); The Marriage That Changed History (a few steps from this marker); Strongbow and Aoife (a few steps from this marker); Christ Church Cathedral (a few steps from this marker); In ómós do na Gael / Irish Service Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 16, 2026
2. Cearnóg an Bhunreachta / Constitution Square Marker
The marker is located on the Bishop's Palace building.
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 16, 2026
3. John J Hearne Sculpture
This bust of John J. Hearne is found on the grounds of Constitution Square.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 22, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 13 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 22, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
