Summary: Muriel McSwiney is a fascinating if tragic and forgotten figure in Irish history. Born in 1892 into one of Cork's wealthiest families, she rejected the privilege this life offered her. She first became a radical republican playing a key role in the War of Independence before becoming a communist in the 1920s. This podcast tells her story. -------------------------------------------------------------- I have just released a set of unique metal and enamel badges depicting some of the key figures in Irish history over the last 1000 years. They include Brian Boru Dermot MacMurrough Hugh O'Neill Grace O'Malley Michael Davitt Constance Markievicz Get yours today at www.irishhistorypodcast.ie/shop <br><hr><p style="color: grey;">See <a style="color: grey;" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>
