#OnThisDay 1981 Bobby Sands & eventually 9 other prisoners began a hunger strike seeking political prisoner (not criminal)status in the Maze Prison. While imprisoned, Sands was elected to Westminster as an MP. Sands survived for 66 days before dying. He was 27.
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Published by theirishatwar
Hi,
I'm David, I'm from Ireland. I am an avid fan of history. I have my B.A. in History, my M.A. in Military History and Strategic Studies,a Post Qualification Diploma in History and I've been teaching History for five years now.
I wanted to create a podcast that examines, in great detail, major Irish battles and battles allover the world in various wars that Irish people played a significant part in.
Hope you enjoy.
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The Irish at War 