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Impact of Conflict

The Irish War of Independence was predominantly fought between the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and the British Forces. Learn here about each sides structure, tactics and intelligence networks.

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British Forces Structure

Officer of the Royal Irish Constabulary
© IWM (Q 71732)

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IRA Structure

An IRA officer with a wound to the head.
© IWM (Q 107788)

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British Tactics

British soldiers searching civilian passengers at Fermoy Station, February 1921. © IWM (Q 107776)

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IRA Tactics

Remains of Waterfall Bridge after IRA action
© IWM (Q 107761)

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British Intelligence

Cyclists of the Royal Irish Cobnstabulary and 1st Battalion, Essex Regiment, preparing for a joint patrol. © IWM (Q 71699)

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IRA Intelligence

Michael Collins, Director of Intelligence for the Irish Republican Army (IRA)