The Fateful Split: Catholics and The Royal Ulster Constabulary by Chris Ryder

by Chris Ryder

The graphic and often disturbing story of the Royal Ulster Constabulary, from its formation as a barrier between sectarian factions to its contentious and tragic role in the Troubles of the last 30 years. This book provides an astonishing background history to more than a century of domestic discord; from the failed Home Rule Acts of the late 19th century, and the partition of Ireland, to the horror of the Troubles and the establishment of the brittle Good Friday Agreement, in which, amid accusations of sectarian bias, the RUC was recognized as an impediment to reconciliation and transformed into the Police Service of Northern Ireland.Chris Ryder is a writer and journalist who has written extensively on the history of the Troubles and Northern Ireland. He lives in Belfast.

Genres: Ireland

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First published May 15, 2004