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A Bloody Crossroads - 1972 (The Troubles Part 6)

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This is the sixth and final episode in the Outbreak of the Troubles series. It looks at the stark situation facing Northern Ireland in March 1972. In the aftermath of Bloody Sunday, the British Government faced international pressure to take decisive action in Northern Ireland to re-establish control. This led to Direct Rule, which saw London dissolve the Belfast Parliament and take full control of the situation. However, this did not lead to peace. In this episode, Dr. Brian Hanley and I explore what is, in many ways, the last chapter in the Outbreak of the Troubles.


I am delighted to announce that Dr. Brian Hanley has agreed to continue the series, and in November, we will be recording a Supporters Series on the story of the Troubles through the later 1970s, culminating with the 1981 IRA Hunger Strike.


In the meantime, if you have any topics you would like to hear about in one-off supporters episodes, let me know at Info@irishhistorypodcast.ie and I will try to find an expert in the area.



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