MAY-17-74 Anatomy of a Massacre
On May 17th, 1974, three bombs exploded in Dublin City Centre killing 27 people and injuring 258. Later that evening, a bomb in Monaghan Town killed 7 more innocent people. This day saw the greatest loss of life in any single day of the Troubles. However, after seven weeks, investigations into the bombings were closed down and inquests into the Dublin casualties were never completed. In 1993, the Ulster Volunteer Force claimed sole responsibility for the atrocities, but many families and survivors believe that the British Military were involved. Screening on the eve of the 50th anniversary of the bombings, this film gives voice to members of the Justice for the Forgotten, tireless campaigners for truth and justice for their loved ones.
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MAY-17-74 Anatomy of a Massacre
- Overview
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
May 10, 2024
Runtime
1h 35m
Original Title
MAY-17-74 Anatomy of a Massacre
Director
Joe Lee
Description
On May 17th, 1974, three bombs exploded in Dublin City Centre killing 27 people and injuring 258. Later that evening, a bomb in Monaghan Town killed 7 more innocent people. This day saw the greatest loss of life in any single day of the Troubles. However, after seven weeks, investigations into the bombings were closed down and inquests into the Dublin casualties were never completed. In 1993, the Ulster Volunteer Force claimed sole responsibility for the atrocities, but many families and survivors believe that the British Military were involved. Screening on the eve of the 50th anniversary of the bombings, this film gives voice to members of the Justice for the Forgotten, tireless campaigners for truth and justice for their loved ones.
