HIST285

The Irish Revolution, 1916-1923: Violence and Memory

15 points

Not offered 2025, offered in 2020

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Description

The Irish Revolution, 1916-1923, marked the emergence of a modern independent Irish state. This course recreates the excitement and difficulties of this revolution, from the 1916 Rising and the War of Independence, to the Treaty, Partition of Northern Ireland, and the Civil War. The impact of Irish independence will be explored through legacies and memories of violence.

Prerequisites

Any 15 points at 100 level in HIST or CLAS120, or
any 60 points at 100 level from the Schedule V of the BA.