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References
- ↑ Photo William Armstrong Gravestone - Mount Jerome Cemetery Dublin.
- ↑ William Armstrong www.irlchess.com
- ↑ Armstrong Cup Irish Chess History
- ↑ Leinster Leagues LCU Website
- ↑ Roll of Honour - LCU Competitions Rathmines Chess Club.
- ↑ History Phibsboro Chess Club, www.phibsborochessclub.com.