Episode 36: The King's Guard
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Her story illustrates how events during 1921 were reflected in the recent Troubles. Meanwhile, 100 years ago Belfast is struggling under an island-wide boycott of its goods. Crowds are travelling to Armagh to hear Michael Collins address supporters. And little Annie Watson is playing outside her Belfast home... Warning: this episode contains the sound of gunshots.
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