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The Men of the West, Seán Cadden, Harry Hughes, Vincent Keane, James Kelly.

The Men of the West tells the story of the West Mayo Brigade of the Irish Republican Army during the War of Independence, bringing to life the young men who risked everything for the cause of Irish independence.

Through detailed research, personal accounts, photographs and profiles, the book explores the lives of the volunteers, their families and communities, from the formation of the Brigade in 1920 to the Carrowkennedy ambush and beyond. At its heart is the iconic 1921 photograph of The Men of the West, featuring 31 volunteers on the slopes of Nephin.

A fascinating and poignant record of courage, sacrifice and the lasting impact of the War of Independence on West Mayo.

ISBN: 9780953608683