On OTB AM, we're bringing you 'Charlie - the story of Charlie Gallagher, the GAA's lost icon' - a fantastic new sportsbook, written by Paul Fitzpatrick.
Paul joined Tommy Rooney in studio for a chat about the life and times of a legendary footballer that you've probably never heard of.
It's a complicated story, woven around the Troubles and the societal changes in Ulster post WW2, and how they impacted on Gaelic Games in Ireland.
There was this wonderful mystique around Charlie Gallagher, and his ability with a Football - talk of his talents spread throughout Ireland, with nothing more than word of mouth.
Should the lack of an All-Ireland medal impact on his legacy? Charlie's career coincided with the first real drought in Cavan football history!
Sadly Charlie Gallagher, failed to deal with the sense of loss he felt after retirement. He never really developed behind the superstar on the pitch - alcoholism and the harsh realities of life in Derry in the 70s caught up with him too.
Described as a 'lost icon', the story of Charlie Gallagher has been brought back to life by family, teammates and worshippers alike, enjoy!
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