My Fight For Irish Freedom

By Dan Breen

Book Overview

"My Fight for Irish Freedom" is a gripping memoir written by Dan Breen, a prominent figure in the Irish War of Independence. This book provides a firsthand account of Breen's experiences as a revolutionary and his unwavering dedication to the cause of Irish freedom. "My Fight for Irish Freedom" is not only a personal memoir but also a testament to the indomitable spirit and resilience of the Irish people in their pursuit of self-determination. Breen's firsthand account provides invaluable historical insights into a pivotal period in Irish history and is a must-read for anyone interested in the struggle for independence and the human cost of such a fight.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9358719117
• ISBN13: 9789358719116
• Release Date: August 2024
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Dan Breen Started the Anglo-Irish War in 1919

Dan Breen Started the Anglo-Irish War Dan Breen, Sean Treacy and other local men started what has now become known as the Anglo-Irish war in 1919 also called in Ireland the War of Independence. They ambushed two RIC (Royal Irish Constabulary forerunners of the RUC in Northern Ireland) who were escorting a consignment of explosives to a local stone quarry on the outskirts of Tipperary Town. Dan and his comrades ordered the two RIC Officers to lay down their weapons and hand over the explosives. The Officers refused and were shot by Dan Breen. This was the start of the War and this book gives you an insight into to the life and times of Dan Breen and of Ireland at that time. The Irish Civil war followed and this was the saddest episode in Ireland's history. This eventually led to the partition of the Island of Ireland with the creation of the Six Counties or Northern Ireland.

Irish freedom fighter

This is a great first hand account of the Anglo-Irish war, and Irish civil war by Dan Breen. Dan was an IRA volunteer with a flying column living life on the run fighting the Tans and the RIC. Truly a brave patriot.

Excellent Documentation of Anglo-Irish War

Most certainly one of the best books pertaining to the troubles from 1916-1922 to have survived over the years. Dan Breen in great detail describes his ascendancy to the top rung of the organization then known as the Irish volunteers (Later the IRA) in his native county Tipperary and the ensuing life on the run, the inevitable price to be paid for his part in the Soloheadbed Ambush in 1919, which arguably launched the Anglo-Irish War. His description of some of the leading characters of the day, most notably Michael Collins and Eamon de Valera, are as valuable as his tragic insights into the Civil War following the Peace Treaty of 1921, including his tireless efforts to bring peace between both the Free State and the Republicans. I have an extensive library that includes masterpieces by Ernie O'Malley, Tom Barry, and Pat Deasy, among others, but I still believe this might be the best account yet, always worth re-reading.

Beats Micheal Collin's story

This is a good book and helps you understand much of how the Irish war for independence was gotten off the ground. For those interested in this period in Irish history it offers a unique insight from a hero of epic proportions. Some scenes from the book sound like they belong in a Hollywood script more than a true historic account and yet, that is what this book truly is. A must read for those interested in the struggle for Irish freedom.