#9 The Maamtrasna Murders
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The Maamtrasna murders were sparked by a blood feud in 19th century Ireland. A family of five was killed by neighbours - but the trial proved to be just as notorious as the murders. Professor Margaret Kelleher of University College Dublin and Mr Justice Peter Kelly, president of Ireland's High Court, discuss the case and its political context. For more on Margaret Kelleher’s book follow the link: https://www.ucdpress.ie/display.asp?isbn=9781910820421& Host: Martina Devlin
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