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The Irish Tricolour: The Truth behind the Symbols and Struggles that Defined a Nation

The Irish Tricolour: The Truth behind the Symbols and Struggles that Defined a Nation


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The first referenced history of the tricolour and national symbols, rewriting myths uncovered along the road to nationhood and identity. This nationally important book reveals the untold story of the Irish tricolour: its true origins, a forgotten heroine, and the emblems it replaced. For the first time, a fully referenced history corrects long-standing myths and slurs surrounding Ireland's national flag. It also reinterprets iconic Irish symbols - from the harp and shamrock to the tri-spiral - placing them within the broader journey toward Irish nationhood and national identity. Along Ireland's road to a republic, key figures are restored to their rightful place - from Owen Roe O'Neill and Wolfe Tone to Thomas Meagher, Padraig Pearse, and Amelia Eleanor Hamilton, the first known person to craft an Irish tricolour. The book explores crucial turning points - the rise of green as Ireland's colour, the rebellions of 1642, 1798, 1848, and 1916, Catholic Emancipation, and the flag's later use - and misuse. A bold, insightful retelling of Ireland's story through its symbols. AUTHOR: John Crotty is an Irish author and historian. His debut book, Spike Island, was critically acclaimed, selling out its first print run. He previously led the marketing of Spike Island, gaining multiple press contacts. He has written for RTÉ and The Sunday Times and is an accomplished public speaker, appearing on several TV shows like the Discovery Channel and RTE, in addition to dozens of radio appearances. He holds a degree from Swansea University and regularly speaks at history and writing events. He has built a social media audience of over 8,000 with high engagement, in particular on the topic of the Irish triciolour. 15 colour, 40 b/w illustrations

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JOHN CROTTY is an Irish author and historian. His debut book, Spike Island, was critically acclaimed, selling out its first print run and featuring in Books.ie's ‘Books of the Year’. He previously led the running of Spike Island as CEO. He has written for RTÉ and The Sunday Times and is an accomplished public speaker, appearing on several TV shows like the Discovery Channel, ITV’s How the Victorians Built Britain and RTÉ, in addition to innumerable radio appearances. He holds a degree from Swansea University and regularly speaks at history and writing events as well as contributing to historical podcasts. He has built an engaged social media audience interested in an accurate retelling of Irish history, and comprehensive historiography related to Irish symbols and identity, the Irish tricolour, Ireland in the Second World War and Spike Island.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781837051632
  • Publisher: The History Press Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: The History Press Ltd
  • Height: 234 mm
  • Sub Title: The Truth behind the Symbols and Struggles that Defined a Nation
  • ISBN-10: 1837051631
  • Publisher Date: 12 Feb 2026
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Width: 156 mm


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