Origins of Irish Terrorism

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The paper looks at the formation of the Irish Republic Army (IRA) and examines the differences between the Green (Catholic) and Orange (Protestant) Irish organizations. The paper traces the origins and development of the Anglo-Irish conflict and shows how British influence and religion play a role in the country's divisiveness.

Outline:
The Origins and Development of the Anglo-Irish Conflict
The Early History of the Irish Republic Army
The 1916 Easter Rebellion
The Influence of Russian Revolution: De Valera, Collins and the Tan War
Trends in the IRA: 1930-1985
Orange Terror
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"For centuries, Ireland has been a very fragile country with constant conflict. Violent fighting between Catholics and Protestants has been the norm. It has created terrorist organizations such as the Irish Republic Army and Orange extremist terrorist organizations. The British has provoked much of this violence by siding with the Northern, Protestant Irishmen rather than remaining neutral. Irish public opinion has swayed back in forth in favor of various organizations. Clearly when an organization commits violent terrorist acts they lose favor of the masses. However, the opinion changes when the opposing organization retaliates for retribution with violent acts of terrorism. Peace must be sought after somehow through other influences other than the British."

Sample of Sources Used:

• White, J. R. (2002). Terrorism an introduction. (4th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth/Thomson Learning.

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