The Irish Experience During the Second World War: An Oral History

The oral history captures the diverse Irish experience during World War II, featuring voices from various sectors, including a banker, IRA volunteers, and soldiers. It highlights the period known as the Emergency, showcasing how Eamon de Valera's leadership emphasized peaceful resolution over violence to secure Irish sovereignty. Through interviews with participants in cultural, social, and political movements of the 1940s, the book illustrates the complexities of national identity and governance during a tumultuous time in Ireland's history.