The Pursuit of Sovereignty and the Impact of Partition
1912–1949
The years 1912–1949 were pivotal in the political, social and cultural development of the island of Ireland. From a series of violent episodes came two States, the Irish Free State and Northern Ireland. Their respective governments worked to restore law and order in each State, and consolidate their individual sovereignty. This topic explores the most notable events of the time, and examines the historical figures who contributed to shaping this period of history.