{"product_id":"we-go-into-action-today-at-noon-first-hand-accounts-from-irelands-revolutionary-years-1913-22","title":"We Go Into Action Today at Noon ...: First-hand Accounts from Ireland's Revolutionary Years, 1913-22","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eNearly 2,000 people gave detailed statements to the Bureau of Military History between 1947 and 1957 about their role in Ireland's fight for freedom. These statements are the recollections of many who participated in the 1916 Easter Rising and the War of Independence, and offer a broader view of what actually happened in the fateful decade that led to independence. The statements reflect the views of republican men and women from all facets of society and are testaments to the courage and determination they displayed in their efforts to achieve a free and independent Ireland. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 11 October 2021\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: O'Brien Press Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBetween 1947 and 1957, the Bureau of Military History received close to 2,000 detailed testimonies from individuals who played significant roles in Ireland's struggle for freedom. These recollections, shared by many who participated in the 1916 Easter Rising and the War of Independence (1919-1921), provide a broader perspective on the events that shaped the country's path to independence from the British Empire. Recently made accessible to scholars and researchers, these statements offer a remarkable insight into a tumultuous decade in Ireland's modern history. They showcase the courage and determination of men and women who rose up against British rule and demanded independence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe statements examined in the book capture the perspectives of republican men and women from diverse backgrounds. They include urban and rural residents, from middle and working-class backgrounds, as well as farmers, laborers, and professionals. All of these individuals united in their pursuit of a common goal: the establishment of a free and independent Ireland. Their testimonies serve as a testament to their unwavering commitment to the independence cause and to the bravery and resilience they displayed in their efforts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEamonn Duggan's book delves into the individual contributions of these remarkable individuals and sheds light on their unique roles in shaping Ireland's history. It offers a fascinating perspective on a crucial period in Irish history, spanning from 1913 to Independence. Through their narratives, readers gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges faced by those who fought for Ireland's freedom, and how their actions ultimately contributed to the country's sovereignty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 487g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 226 x 155 x 25 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781788492713\n                            \n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eamonn Duggan","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44100186407162,"sku":"9781788492713","price":12.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/e7324fe98276a7277b79e3cc75480510.jpg?v=1634868791","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/we-go-into-action-today-at-noon-first-hand-accounts-from-irelands-revolutionary-years-1913-22","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}