Show Notes
This week's episode of Rebel Tales tells the little-known story of the Upton ambush in Cork during the Irish War of Independence.
Includes first-hand accounts from those who were there, detailing the tragic loss of life, including civilians caught in the crossfire.
It also includes details of the attempted execution without trial of Frank Neville by the Essex Regiment.
This is an important piece of Irish history that deserves to be told and remembered.
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