Dr. Conor Mulvagh, a lecturer in Irish History at University College Dublin, dives into the fascinating build-up to the 1916 Easter Rising. He discusses how the turmoil of World War I created a ripe opportunity for revolution. Key figures like Patrick Pearse and Constance Markievicz emerge as pivotal players, with women’s contributions highlighted in this struggle for independence. Mulvagh unpacks the secretive strategies of the Irish Republican Brotherhood and the political tensions that set the stage for this historic rebellion.

In this discussion, Dr. Conor Mulvagh, a Lecturer in Irish History at University College Dublin, dives into the Easter Rising of 1916, a pivotal moment that ignited Irish nationalism. He explores the audacious strategies of the rebels and their desperate fight against British forces. The conversation reveals the profound impact on civilians and highlights the often-overlooked roles of women in the movement. Additionally, Mulvagh connects Ireland's struggle for independence to global revolutionary movements, emphasizing its lasting legacy in contemporary discussions on imperialism.