241. The Troubles: War in the Streets of Northern Ireland (Ep 1)
Empire
Tensions and Transformations in Northern Ireland
This chapter explores the historical and social complexities of Northern Ireland from the 1930s to the 1950s, focusing on the divisions between Catholic and Protestant communities. It examines the impact of gerrymandering, discrimination, and the rise of civil rights movements, contrasted against a backdrop of violence and political tensions. Key figures and events, including the Price sisters' shift from militant activism to peaceful protest, illustrate the personal and political struggles during this turbulent era.
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