#OnThisDay 1923 IRA Chief of Staff during the Civil War, Liam Lynch is shot in Tipperary by Free State Forces. Lynch had just voted against a peace deal days earlier. His death effectively ended the war. 20 days later, a ceasefire was called for by Frank Aiken.
Liam Lynch Killed in Clonmel 1923
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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. View all posts by theirishatwar