According to one anecdote, Collins was greeted by James MacMahon, who said"We’re glad to see you Mr Collins".Following the handover, Collins released the following statement.
“The members of Rialtas Sealadach na hÉireann received the surrender of Dublin Castle at 1.45 p.m. to-day. It is now in the hands of the Irish nation.” King George V sent a telegram following the handover, congratulating the formation of the Government. "Am gratified to hear from your telegram of the successful establishment of the Provisional Government in Ireland," King George wrote."Am confident that you will do all in your power to help its members to accomplish the task that lies before them."Thank you to everyone who was involved today with the moving commemoration ceremony for the Handover of Dublin Castle 100 years ago.
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