Peace After the Final Battle

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Within the space of just a dozen years, Ireland was completely transformed. From being a superficially loyal part of the British Empire, it emerged as a self-governing State. How and why did Ireland go from welcoming royalty in 1912 to independence in 1922? In this exciting new history, John Dorney, historian and editor of The Irish Story website, explores the years between 1912 and 1924, which saw momentous change and violent upheaval in Ireland. He examines the roots of the revolution that happened in those turbulent years, using the experiences of the men and women of the time to uncover its real causes