A detailed account of County Roscommon during the Irish Revolution, 1912-1923.Explore the transformation of County Roscommon during Ireland's revolutionary period. This study examines the political shifts, economic challenges, and social upheavals that shaped the county's experience. Discover the key figures and events that influenced Roscommon's path from home rule aspirations to the establishment of the Irish Free State.
Uncover the dynamics ofland agitation, the impact of theFirst World War, and the rise ofSinn F?in. This book is perfect for historians, scholars, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Ireland's fight for independence at the local level. Learn how the people of Roscommon navigated a period of intense change and conflict.
John Burkeholds a PhD in history from National University of Ireland, Galway. Among other works, he is the author ofAthlone, 1900–1923: politics, revolution and civil war(Dublin, 2015).
The first in-depth look at the tumultuous years of the Irish Revolution in County Roscommon, where the fight for land was central to the national question
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