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Topical Budget 589-2: Rebirth of a Nation (1922)
 

Synopsis

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"Departure of last British Troops marks beginning of New Era in Ireland". British troops unpack lorry at docks; on parade by lorry. Two soldiers on deck of ship joined by another - one of the soldiers seems to be on guard. "MR TIM HEALY Veteran Irish Patriot becomes first Governor of Irish Free State". LS of Healey standing outside a grand doorway; MS same wearing bowler hat and glasses.