THE TROUBLES IN NORTHERN IRELAND Consequences of the Troubles
Study the main consequences of the Troubles and place each consequence in either the short term or long term consequence column below.
Over 3,500 people were killed Direct rule was introduced Internment was introduced British troops were sent to NI Short-term consequences Long-term consequences The economy was damaged, foreign companies left NI
New political and paramilitary organisations were set up, e.g. the SDLP and UVF
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Write a paragraph about the consequences of the Troubles.
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Many left their houses and fled to the Republic of Ireland Thousands were injured New leaders emerged, e.g. Gerry Fitt and Ian Paisley Houses and property were destroyed
