Episode 39: The Children of the Revolution
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Children were too often victims of the violence which shook Ireland 100 years ago. Historian Liz Gillis compares coverage of their deaths to that of adults who were killed during this period. A listener reveals the deadly rivalry between two brothers - and there's a new kid in town this week, as one of the world's biggest film stars visits County Down.
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