The Siege of Derry in Ulster Protestant Mythology

Author	: Ian McBride
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Total Pages	: 104
Release	: 1997
ISBN-10	: UOM:39015040562608
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Download or read book The Siege of Derry in Ulster Protestant Mythology written by Ian McBride and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Siege of Derry (1688-9) is the key political myth in Loyalist culture. This study looks at the Siege, reconstructing the ways in which the defence of Derry has been commemorated and interpreted over the last 300 years. Celebrated by historians, artists, poets and preachers, re-enacted in anniversary demonstrations and parades, the Siege provides a unique insight into the mixture of triumphalism and insecurity that lies behind the slogan 'No Surrender!'

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