The document provides an overview of the Anglo-Irish War/Irish War of Independence that occurred from 1919 to 1921. It discusses the background leading up to the war, including the Easter Rising of 1916 and the establishment of the First Dáil parliament in 1918. The document then outlines some of the key events and escalating violence during the war, including the spread of conflict around Ireland and the collapse of British administration in 1920. It also briefly mentions some of the major figures involved like Michael Collins and the role of Sinn Féin.
10. ... we took the action deliberately, having thought over the matter and talked it over between us.” “ Daniel Breen January 19, 1919
11. ... the only way of starting a war was to kill someone, and we wanted to start a war, so we intended to kill some of the police.” “ Daniel Breen January 19, 1919
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