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Hidden Histories: Operation Banner

Today, August 14th marks the anniversary of 'Operation Banner'. This “limited operation” - which the authorities believed could last up to six months - was to transform 1969 into a major turning point in British and Irish relations, but what was it...

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11.00 14 Aug 2022


Hidden Histories: Operation Banner


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Today, August 14th marks the anniversary of 'Operation Banner'.

This “limited operation” - which the authorities believed could last up to six months - was to transform 1969 into a major turning point in British and Irish relations, but what was it like on the first day?

Donal Fallon joins Gavan for another episode of Hidden Histories to discuss.


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