INTERNMENT IN NORTHERN IRELAND 1971

⚠️ Internment Without Trial | Northern Ireland 1971 Explained

In this video, we dive into one of the most controversial and explosive events of the early Troubles — the introduction of internment in August 1971.

Known as Operation Demetrius, the British Army and RUC arrested hundreds of suspected IRA members without charge or trial. But with no loyalists targeted, widespread allegations of mistreatment, and intense backlash from the nationalist community, the policy quickly spiralled into riots, deaths, and international condemnation.

🔍 In this video, we cover:
What internment was and why it was introduced
How the policy was carried out during Operation Demetrius
Reactions from both nationalist and unionist communities
The long-term impact on the conflict and public opinion
Why internment is remembered as a major turning point in The Troubles
This is essential viewing for students, teachers, and anyone interested in the history of Northern Ireland’s conflict.

📚 Especially useful for GCSE and A-Level History revision!
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