Fearghal McGarry Livres

The story of Easter 1916 from the perspective of those who made it, focusing on the experiences of rank and file revolutionaries. Fearghal McGarry makes use of a unique source that has only recently seen the light of day - a collection of over 1,700 eye-witness statements detailing the political activities of members of Sinn Féin and militant groups such as the Irish Republican Brotherhood. This collection represents one of the richest and mostcomprehensive oral history archives devoted to any modern revolution, providing new insights on almost every aspect of this seminal period.

McGarry easily organises rich evidence, offers insightful analysis, and writes a compelling narrative. For this reader, The Rising has joined Charles Townshend's Easter 1916 and Clair Will's Dublin 1916 as essential to anyone interested in the Easter Rising. Mr John Borgonovo, Reviews in History

Focusing on the lives of seven rebels, this book offers a fresh perspective on the 1916 events in Ireland, drawing from a wealth of unpublished materials. It delves into their experiences, aspirations, and the broader implications of their actions, presenting a nuanced view of this pivotal moment in Irish history. The narrative highlights personal stories against the backdrop of a significant national uprising, enriching the understanding of the period's complexities.

Provides a chronicle of the the Irish revolution - by the people who were there In 1947 the Bureau of Military History was established by the Irish government to record the experiences of those who took part in the fight for independence.