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Winston Churchill and Michael Collins 1919-22: their conflicting views of Ireland and its future

Winston Churchill and Michael Collins 1919-22: their conflicting views of Ireland and its future



The relationship between Winston Churchill and Michael Collins has often been characterised as one of mutual respect and rapport which significantly influenced Anglo-Irish relations. Yet, while some form of respect may have developed between these two men, no amount of historical hindsight or sympathetic remembrances should imply that they were anything but adversaries. The relationship between the two was one of conflict, both in aims and personality. Collins was determined to gain independence for Ireland, within the restrictions dictated by the resources available, while Churchill manoeuvred to retain imperial priorities.
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