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The Easter Rising has become mythical amongst Irish Republicans for its role in provoking the revolutionary struggles of the 1916-23 period.

Romantic histories of the Easter Rebellion abound. One misquoted Eamon de Valera. That misquote was repeated by later historians, creating a myth that refuses to die.

A loyal Irish Volunteer, The O'Rahilly tried to prevent the Easter Rising, he then died fighting in it.

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Willie Dunne must confront his conflicted conscience when, as a member of the British forces in 1916, he returns home to Ireland during the Easter Rising.

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