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I want to learn more about the history of the Irish struggle for independence, Northern Ireland, The Troubles, and the IRA. What should I read? (hexbear.net)

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 8 months ago

You can also go straight to the source - Look up the speeches and writings of guys like Wolfe Tone, Michael Connolly,

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cumann_na_mBan

Check out the Republican women's paramilitary, too.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 8 months ago

I read a book a bit ago called "Bandit Country" about the IRA units in South Armagh. Went a lot in to the differing character of IRA units vs the Brit's assorted gangs of neo-nazis and assassins, talked about tactics and relative impact, had a lot to say about teh importance of never saying a damn thing if you want your insurgent cell to survive.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago

"War and an Irish Town"