Fighting Irish: The Irish Regiments in the First World War

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The narrative delves into the experiences of the Irish Regiments in the British Army during World War I, highlighting their significant contributions and diverse backgrounds. It explores campaign strategies alongside personal accounts that reveal the soldiers' humor, trials, and the harsh realities of military life, all amidst the backdrop of immense loss. The book captures their motivations for enlistment and the impact of domestic unrest on their experiences, offering a compelling and well-researched portrayal of their roles in key battles like Ypres and the Somme.