The Record and the Republic
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Former Parachute Regiment, Lieutenant Colonel Simon Barry discusses the Republic's role during the troubles, cross-border security, the legacy process, and the concept of selective forgetting. The conversation delves into the challenges of extradition, the impact of political reality on the peace process, the role of Jonathan Powell, the changing political language, and the process as a form of punishment. It concludes with a reflection on the possibility of an honest legacy without a clear understanding of the Republic's role. Takeaways Republic's role during the troubles Cross-border security Legacy process Selective forgetting Chapters 00:00 The Republic's Role During the Troubles 08:09 Extradition Difficulties and Operations 13:13 Political Reality and Peace Process 19:33 Jonathan Powell's Role and Political Language 28:17 Changing Language and Political Legitimacy
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