Northern Ireland troubles | What the people say | Sectarian violence | Belfast | 1969

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In 1969 there were intense political and sectarian rioting took place in Northern Ireland. There had been sporadic violence throughout the year arising out of the civil rights campaign and a call for UN troops to patrol the province by Irish Taoiseach Jack Lynch. There were also calls for the disbanding of the controversial volunteer police force the B specials. Local residents in the affected areas blame 'outsiders' for stirring up the troubles and causing damage.
Reporter: Llew Gardner


First shown: 21/08/1969
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