Dr Eugene Broderick deliveres his fourth and final instalment of this exciting lunch time lecture series, examining the years 1932—1938, which witnessed the political dominance of Éamon de Valera. These were dramatic and turbulent times in the Ireland’s history and had a significant impact on the development of the Irish State. Many of the events of this period still cast their shadow over contemporary Ireland.
So please come along and enjoy learning about our past.
De Valera Triumphant, 1932-1938
The Ireland of Eamon de Valera, 1932-1938: Religion, Culture and the Status of Women. Was de Valera’s Ireland a haven for Catholic extremists, cultural zealots and misogynists. Was it as dark a place as it is often presented?
Date: 28th Feb.
Time: 1.15pm
Venue: Medieval Museum, Viking Triangle, Waterford
Cost: Only €5 for each talk (all proceeds go towards the Museum acquisition and conservation fund)
Tickets available in advance from Bishop’s Palace or Medieval Museum receptions, phone 0761 102650 or email [email protected] or on the door.
Generously sponsored by the
