The History of Ireland

After chatting to a whole heap of listeners I've decided to bite the bullet and start a Patreon page. Though I'm dubious of podcasts constantly bugging listeners asking for money this will hopefully be a way to reward my most dedicated listeners while funding bigger and better things for the podcast. It'll be our own secret organisation — like the IRB but a little less violent. The first piece of bonus content is an interview with Professor Colum Kenny. We chatted all things Arthur Griffith and I have I loved every minute of the conversation. I've included a teaser of the interview here but you can get the full thing at my new Patreon page.I hope you enjoy and please get in touch if you have any feedback!www.patreon.com/thehistoryofireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at the anti-Treaty IRA and ask whether Éamon de Valera could have done more to stop the Irish Civil War. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at how the Treaty split Cumann na mBan and the implications this had for Irish women's movement in the new Irish Free State. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The start of a new season! We continue our story and see how we moved slowly from the end of The War of Independence into the Irish Civil War. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode the Dail finally takes a vote on the Treaty. We look at the speeches that came before and after the vote, and how they set the scene for a nationwide split.Keen eared listeners may hear some discrepancies in audio, please bear with me as I set up my new studio! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we look at the Romantic Moralists versus the National Pragmatists and explore the reason why those against the treaty, were so very against it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive into the tumultuous world of the Anglo-Irish Treaty debates, where initial hopes for peace clashed with political chaos. Explore the intense discussions within the second Dáil, highlighting De Valera's pivotal Document Number Two. The passionate arguments reveal deep ideological divides, with key figures taking starkly opposing stances. Personal anecdotes add richness to the narrative, while exciting plans for future collaborations and live events spark listener engagement and community involvement.

In this episode we look at the immediate aftermath of the signing of the Anglo-Irish Treaty, specifically looking at how Eamon De Valera responded to what he saw as a monumental betrayal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Delve into the intricacies of the Anglo-Irish Treaty negotiations, where the stakes were high and emotions ran even higher. Discover the intense pressure faced by the Irish delegates as they signed pivotal agreements without their leader's input. A humorous twist emerges with a tale of a forged signature! The discussions reveal a blend of hope and tension, addressing questions of governance, minority rights, and the political landscape of Northern Ireland. Experience the human side of history in the aftermath of the Irish War of Independence.

Immerse yourself in the high-stakes negotiations of the Anglo-Irish Treaty as tension rises on December 5th, 1921. Experience fierce debates between Irish and British delegates, particularly the clash between Collins and Lloyd George. Discover the pivotal moment at 10 Downing Street, where political pressures lead to a crucial decision by Griffith. The stakes are incredibly high as the fate of Ireland hangs in the balance, revealing the complexities of loyalty and territorial disputes.