Bloody Sunday troops 'did not set out to murder'

Paratroopers who opened fire on a civil rights march which became Bloody Sunday did not set out to murder that day but ended up doing just that, the inquiry into the killings heard today.

Bloody Sunday troops 'did not set out to murder'

Paratroopers who opened fire on a civil rights march which became Bloody Sunday did not set out to murder that day but ended up doing just that, the inquiry into the killings heard today.

Journalist Brian Cashinella also claimed the military operation on January 30, 1972, was "quite clearly" a dry run for the reclamation of the no-go area of Free Derry - which happened six months later with Operation Motorman.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Get a lunch briefing straight to your inbox at noon daily. Also be the first to know with our occasional Breaking News emails.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited