My Life in the IRA: by Michael Ryan

My Life in the IRA: by Michael Ryan

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My Life in the IRA: Ex-Director of Operations Mick Ryan recounts his upbringing in Dublin's East Wall and involvement in the border campaign in this memoir of hardship, frustration and disappointment.

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My Life in the IRA: by Michael Ryan

Discover the Inspiring Story of a Revolutionary: Mick Ryan's memoir of growing up in Dublin's East Wall and his journey as former IRA Director of Operations. Explore his commitment to the cause, despite suffering, hardship, and disappointment in My Life in the IRA. Understand why these volunteers persisted against all odds, driven by a deep sense of obligation to the ideals of 1916. Immerse yourself in the journey of a man who saw his involvement as a calling, a way to give meaning to his life. Get a unique perspective on the Irish struggle for independence and be moved by this tale of bravery, conviction and regret.
Mick Ryan grew up in Dublin’s East Wall. From an early age he was entranced by stories of Ireland’s fight for freedom and he joined the IRA as a teenager. On 12 December 1956 he participated in the launch of the border campaign and, with the exception of two brief periods in prison, was active throughout the campaign. Padraig Yeates is an editor, journalist, trade unionist and author. He has worked for many years for The Irish Times and is the author of the Dublin quartet: Lockout: Dublin 1913, A City in Wartime: Dublin 1914–18, A City in Turmoil: Dublin 1919–21 and A City in Civil War: Dublin 1921–24.
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ISBN 13 9781781175187
ISBN 10 1781175187
Title My Life in the IRA:
Author Michael Ryan
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher The Mercier Press Ltd
Year published 2018-01-05
Number of pages 352
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