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S1EP32 – The Kidnapped General

The History of Ireland

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The Aftermath of a British General's Kidnapping and His Surprisingly Friendly Captivity

This chapter explores the reprisal policy of the British following the kidnapping of Brigadier Lucas in Ireland, including the bombing of Republican homes. It also delves into the details of General Lucas's captivity and how it symbolized the British losing their hold on the Irish countryside.

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