The History of Ireland

S1EP32 – The Kidnapped General

Apr 25, 2020
A friendly fishing day turned into a high-profile kidnapping for the IRA in 1921. The podcast explores the abduction of Brigadier General Cuthbert Lucas and his subsequent escape. It also delves into the aftermath of the kidnapping, including British reprisals. The episode highlights the struggle for control in Ireland and the surprising limitations of the IRA's actions.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Kidnapping and Escape
03:04 • 2min
3
The Aftermath of a British General's Kidnapping and His Surprisingly Friendly Captivity
04:57 • 5min
4
The Struggle for Control and the Escape of the Kidnapped General
09:54 • 6min