Kilmichael Ambush left an indelible print on memories of the Volunteers

On the 100th anniversary of the Kilmichael Ambush, historian Meda Ryan details the attack that was recognised as one of the turning points in the War of Independence.
Kilmichael Ambush left an indelible print on memories of the Volunteers

Tom Barry was appointed the IRA's Brigade Training Officer in West Cork in September 1920.

On the 100th anniversary of the Kilmichael Ambush, historian Meda Ryan details the attack that was recognised as one of the turning points in the War of Independence.

The Kilmichael Ambush, November 28, 1920, was a turning point in the War of Independence.

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