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241. The Troubles: War in the Streets of Northern Ireland (Ep 1)

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Turmoil in Northern Ireland: The Late 1960s

This chapter examines the socio-political climate in Northern Ireland during the late 1960s, particularly the tensions surrounding the Apprentice Boys March and its aftermath. It highlights the shifting perceptions of British soldiers from peacekeepers to a partisan force amid escalating violence and the emergence of radical activism.

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