The Irish Civil War 1922–23

The Irish Civil War 1922–23

Essential Histories 70
  • Author: Peter Cottrell
  • Short code: ESS 70
  • Publication Date: 10 Aug 2008
  • ISBN: 9781846032707
  • Format: Paperback
  • Number of Pages: 96
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In this follow-up to the acclaimed The Anglo-Irish War, Peter Cottrell explores the Irish Civil War, a devastating conflict that tore Ireland apart. This book examines the many factions that played a part in the fighting and the terror and counter-terror operations, focusing on the short bloody battles that witnessed more deaths than the preceding years during the struggle for the Free State. Cottrell particularly focuses on the contrasting styles of leadership and the conduct of combat operations by the IRA and the National Army, providing a fascinating study for all students of Irish history as well as military history.

Biographical Note

Peter Cottrell is currently a serving Army officer in the British Army. He has recently completed an MA thesis on the Royal Irish Constabulary and is hoping to read a PhD on policing during the Anglo-Irish War. He lives in Hampshire, UK.

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