The Irish War of Independence: Showdown in London (Part 4)

In this episode of "The Rest Is History," Dominic and Tom discuss the events leading up to the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 1921, focusing on the key players such as David Lloyd George, Éamon de Valera, and Michael Collins, and the complex negotiations between the British and Irish delegations. They detail the political landscape in Britain, Lloyd George's motivations and strategies, and the internal divisions within the Irish delegation, highlighting the critical decisions and compromises that shaped the treaty. The hosts analyze the pressures and constraints faced by both sides, the significance of the Boundary Commission proposal, and the climactic final hours of negotiation, setting the stage for the subsequent Irish Civil War.