Ep389 – Rory O’Connor and the Irish Revolution – Gerard Shannon

In this podcast, Gerard Shannon discusses his biography of Rory O’Connor, a key figure in the Irish revolutionary period. He explores O’Connor’s journey from engineer to senior IRA leader and his involvement in the political and military struggles of the time. The interview examines the tensions that led to the Irish Civil War and O’Connor’s eventual execution. Gerard also reflects on the complexities of interpreting revolutionary figures and the continuing relevance of this period in Irish history.