0h 30min, apr 27, 1916 y - Food shortages becoming apparent in the city. Shops, businesses and banks closed. Decision taken that troops will open warehouses across the city and distribute food to civilians. The fire at the Irish Times building spreads quickly, and British troops are able to move forward under the cover of smoke as far as Middle Abbey Street.
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