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578. The Irish War of Independence: Bloody Sunday (Part 3)

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In 578. The Irish War of Independence: Bloody Sunday (Part 3), Paul Rouse and the hosts mention Fatal Path by Ronald Fanning, Virtual History by Alvin Jackson, and Killing on Bloody Sunday, November 1920 by Anne Dolan with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Fatal Path
Ronald Fanning

There's a brilliant book by Ronald Fanning called Fatal Path, which it's a brilliantly told story, exactly what happened here within British politics…

Virtual History
Alvin Jackson

There is a brilliant article in a book called Virtual History by Alvin Jackson, which deals with that particular question.

Anne Dolan, I think, put it brilliantly.

Guest: Paul Rouse
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What occurred on Bloody Sunday on 21 November 1920 - a turning point in the Irish War of Independence and one of the bloodiest and most brutal moments in Irish history? How many British Army Officers were assassinated on the instructions of firebrand political leader, Michael Collins, that morning? Then, how many civilians did the British army gun down during a Gaelic football match at Croke Park that afternoon, and why given it was largely unprovoked? And, what events did that fateful day set in motion along the road to Irish Independence, by turning Irish public opinion against the British government? In today’s episode, Dominic and Tom are joined once more by historian Paul Rouse, to discuss one of the most tragic events of the entire Irish War of Independence; Bloody Sunday. ⁠The Rest Is History Club⁠: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to full series and live show tickets, ad-free listening, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to ⁠therestishistory.com⁠ to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: ⁠apple.co/therestishistory⁠. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to ⁠www.goalhanger.com⁠ _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude
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  • The strongest audience signal points to History enthusiasts and those interested in British-Irish relations and Historians and those interested in Irish history.

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Fatal Path
Ronald Fanning
Best for History enthusiasts and those interested in British-Irish relationsOften cited around British politics and Ireland

There's a brilliant book by Ronald Fanning called Fatal Path, which it's a brilliantly told story, exactly what happened here within British politics, how the truce and then the treaty are constructed.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: History enthusiasts and those interested in British-Irish relations
Key quote: There's a brilliant book by Ronald Fanning called Fatal Path, which it's a brilliantly told story, exactly what happened here within British politics, how the truce and then the treaty are constructed.
The host mentions 'Fatal Path' by Ronald Fanning to highlight its insightful narrative on the complexities of British-Irish negotiations during a pivotal historical moment. The book is praised for its thorough exploration of events leading up to the truce and treaty, making it a valuable resource for understanding this period.
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Virtual History
Alvin Jackson
Best for Historians and those interested in Irish historyOften cited around Irish Revolution and Home Rule

There is a brilliant article in a book called Virtual History by Alvin Jackson, which deals with that particular question.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Historians and those interested in Irish history
Key quote: There is a brilliant article in a book called Virtual History by Alvin Jackson, which deals with that particular question.
The host mentions 'Virtual History' to highlight a brilliant article that addresses the hypothetical question of whether the Irish Revolution would have occurred without the First World War. This context is crucial for understanding the complexities of Irish national aspirations and the impact of historical events on them.
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Best for Historians and those interested in conflict studiesOften cited around Irish Revolution mythology

Anne Dolan looks at the impact of the lives and the trauma experienced by those involved in the killings on Bloody Sunday.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and those interested in conflict studies
Key quote: Anne Dolan, I think, put it brilliantly.
The host mentions Anne Dolan's book to highlight the complex emotional aftermath of the killings during Bloody Sunday. Dolan's work examines the psychological trauma experienced by those who participated in the violence, challenging the romanticized narratives surrounding such events.
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Fatal Path
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There's a brilliant book by Ronald Fanning called Fatal Path, which it's a brilliantly told story, exactly what happened here within British politics…
Virtual History
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There is a brilliant article in a book called Virtual History by Alvin Jackson, which deals with that particular question.
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Anne Dolan, I think, put it brilliantly.
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Fatal Path
Ronald Fanning

The host mentions 'Fatal Path' by Ronald Fanning to highlight its insightful narrative on the complexities of British-Irish negotiations during a p…

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Virtual History cover
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Virtual History
Alvin Jackson

The host mentions 'Virtual History' to highlight a brilliant article that addresses the hypothetical question of whether the Irish Revolution would…

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Killing on Bloody Sunday, November 1920
Anne Dolan

The host mentions Anne Dolan's book to highlight the complex emotional aftermath of the killings during Bloody Sunday. Dolan's work examines the ps…

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