Fifty Years On
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Fifty Years On

The Troubles and the Struggle for Change in Northern Ireland

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  2. English
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eBook - ePub

Fifty Years On

The Troubles and the Struggle for Change in Northern Ireland

About this book

A deeply personal account of Northern Ireland's Troubles and its enduring legacy.

In Fifty Years On, Malachi O'Doherty blends memoir and social commentary to explore the profound impact of the Troubles on Northern Ireland. He recounts his experiences growing up amidst political violence, while also examining the social and cultural shifts that have reshaped the region.

Through insightful interviews and personal reflections, O'Doherty paints a vivid portrait of an era defined by conflict and change. He grapples with questions of identity, memory, and the ongoing challenges to peace as Brexit looms. This is a compelling read for those interested in Irish history, political memoirs, and the enduring legacy of conflict. Discover the human side of history and understand the complexities of a society striving for lasting peace.

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Year
2019
Print ISBN
9781786496669
eBook ISBN
9781786496652

Index

#IBelieveHer protest, 143, 147โ€“50
#MeToo, 138
Abercorn Bar, Belfast, 124
abortion, 114, 117, 122, 152โ€“71, 173โ€“8, 275, 277, 305โ€“6, 309
abortion-law reform, 117, 152โ€“71, 173โ€“8, 257, 275, 277, 390, 392
Adams, Gerry, 29โ€“30, 38, 80โ€“81, 103, 254โ€“5, 258, 274, 341, 373โ€“4, 388
Agnes Street, Belfast, 17
Agnew, Deaglan, 194โ€“9, 202โ€“3
Alliance for Choice, 182
Alliance Party, 168โ€“9, 182
Alternative Queer Ulster, 195
Altnagelvin Hospital, Derry, 41โ€“2
Amnesty International, 163
Anderson, Don, 388
Anscombe, Elizabeth, 312
Apprentice Boys, 44, 100, 251, 276โ€“7, 380โ€“83
Ard Scoil, 64โ€“6
Arthur, Paul, 40โ€“41
Astor dance hall, Belfast, 64โ€“6, 317โ€“19
Atwood, Margaret, 155
Bailey, Clare, 149
Baker, Richard, 8
Baldwin, James, 185
Balls on the Falls, 263, 265
Ballymena, Co. Antrim, 177
Ballymoney, Co. Antrim, 250
Bangor, Co. Down, 188โ€“9
Bank of Ireland, 146โ€“7
Barry, John, 355, 357
Barry, Tom, 52
Battle of the Bogside (documentary), 385
BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation), 71, 74, 234, 238, 289, 313, 363, 366
Radio Ulster, 71, 196, 219
Beatles, The, 52, 94, 364
Beausang, Brother, 65
Before the Daw...

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. Prologue
  6. The Sixties and Me
  7. Trouble in the Background
  8. Remembering Civil Rights
  9. Revolution in the Air
  10. The Tilt towards War
  11. Revolutionary and Moderate
  12. The Troubles Tour
  13. The Past in the Present
  14. Womenโ€™s Rights Movement
  15. Boys Will Be Boys
  16. Whose Body Is It Anyway?
  17. Fighting for Life
  18. Pride
  19. A Fair Cop
  20. Loyal Rebels
  21. Sick Society or Bad Men?
  22. An Teanga
  23. Itโ€™s Godโ€™s Fault
  24. The Catholic Reformation
  25. The Other Revolution
  26. The Past Catching Up
  27. Brexit
  28. Who Wants a War?
  29. The Battle of the Bogside
  30. Conclusion
  31. Notes
  32. Acknowledgements
  33. Index
  34. A Note About the Author
  35. Plates

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