Episode 4: Clonmult Ambush

This episode of Rebel Tales covers the Clonmult Ambush, also known as Kilmichael in Reverse. A tragic ambush that lead to the direct deaths and executions of 14 Volunteers. This episode covers: - The structure of the IRA during the War of Independence, which is helpful to understand the stories of those involved. - Includes research from Tom O'Neill's book, "The Battle of Clonmult, The IRA's worst defeat," as well as statements from the Bureau of Military History. - Description of how the ambush unfolded from the perspectives of those who were there, including an emotional letter from Pat O'Sullivan to his mother before his execution. - The podcast offers a personal perspective on the tragedy of the Clonmult Ambush that is often overlooked in history books. Follow Rebel Tales on your favorite podcast platform and on Instagram @rebeltalespodcast for more stories of the Irish War of Independence