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"Uncivil War: The British Army and the Troubles, 1966-1975" is a book edited by Huw Bennett that examines the role of the British Army during the early years of the conflict in Northern Ireland. The book challenges existing literature on the subject and focuses on military strategy and its interaction with policy during the Labour and Conservative governments in office at the time. The author argues that the British government's fear of civil war led to decisions that prolonged the conflict, including appeasing the Protestant majority and waging war on the Provisional IRA. The book also explores the complex relationship between the British Army and the civilian population in Belfast and Derry/Londonderry. The findings are based on extensive research and archival evidence. While the book offers a convincing account of the breakdown of trust between the British Army and Northern Ireland's Catholics, there may be differing opinions on alternative strategies and the shared responsibility for the failure to achieve a political solution during this period. Overall, "Uncivil War" is an essential read for scholars, students, and those interested in understanding the Troubles in Northern Ireland. [Extracted from the article] |
