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# military history

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2022

Anatomy of an Ambush: Béal na Bláth and the military battle that changed the path of Irish history

Commandant Stephen MacEoin, a historian and infantry leader, examines the ambush at Béal na Bláth from a military perspective.

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Aug 21st 2022, 8:05 PM

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New website brings Ireland's military history to life

The website holds thousands of images and documents relating to the period 1913 – 1921, a pivotal time in Irish history.

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Aug 7th 2012, 7:00 PM

What was it like to take part in 1916 Rising or War of Independence?

You’ll soon be able to find out when witness statements are released online – including audio files made in the 1940s.

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Jan 3rd 2012, 2:48 PM