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Story of Ireland: Episode 3: The Age of Revolution

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The Age of Revolution

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Episode 3: The Age of Revolution

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Fergal Keane charts the changes wrought by the Plantation of Ulster in the 17th century.

Fergal Keane charts the history of Ireland and its people. Here, he looks at the changes wrought on Ireland's demographics by the Plantation of Ulster.

A five-part landmark series, written and presented by Fergal Keane.  

Fergal Keane explores how the influx of Scottish Presbyterians during the 17th century Plantation of Ulster changed the make-up of the island and its subsequent history. We also see how revolution in America and France paved the way for Ireland's 1798 rebellion.

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Fergal Keane presents a landmark series charting the history of Ireland and her people.

Fergal Keane presents a landmark five-part series charting the history of the island and her people from the earliest days to the present.

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