Rebel Ireland: Easter Rising to Civil War

by SeanMcMahon (Author)

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  Paperback
  2006

  $3.55

  The stories of these conflicts, with their scores of killings, torture, reprisals and long lasting bitterness are told concisely in this book. Easter 1916 - features the rebellion which took place in Ireland 90 years ago was arguably the most momentous event in this country's history. The War of Independence - features the guerrilla war, characterised by marvellous courage and miserable cruelty. The Civil War - features few episodes in Irish history are as poignant, bloody and unnecessary. This book traces the causes, events and consequences of these events. It will help a peaceful generation for which the bloody birth of modern Ireland's ancient history, to gain a better understanding of the essence of their nation.