--- product_id: 269868429 title: "Guerilla Days in Ireland" price: "€ 58.16" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/269868429-guerilla-days-in-ireland store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Classic 1949 edition Detailed IRA guerrilla tactics In-depth County Cork campaign Guerilla Days in Ireland **Price:** € 58.16 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚔️ Relive the untold saga of Ireland’s bold fight for freedom! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Guerilla Days in Ireland - **How much does it cost?** € 58.16 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/269868429-guerilla-days-in-ireland) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rare Visual Documentation:** Includes exclusive, seldom-seen photographs that bring history to life. - • **Timeless Historical Insight:** Dive into the raw, unfiltered story of Ireland’s fight for independence. - • **Compact Yet Powerful Narrative:** A concise 7-week campaign that changed the course of Irish history. - • **Challenge the Official Narrative:** Reframe your understanding beyond mainstream portrayals of the IRA. - • **Firsthand Guerrilla Warfare Account:** Experience Tom Barry’s strategic genius and leadership in real-time. ## Overview Originally published in 1949 by Mercier Press, 'Guerilla Days in Ireland' offers a gripping firsthand account of the Irish War of Independence. Tom Barry chronicles the daring exploits of the West Cork flying column, revealing the strategic guerrilla warfare that led to the British withdrawal from twenty-six counties. This edition includes rare photographs and challenges conventional narratives, making it essential reading for history enthusiasts and professionals seeking a deeper understanding of Ireland’s revolutionary past. ## Description First published in 1949, 'Guerilla Days in Ireland' is an extraordinary story of the Irish War of Independence and the fight between two unequal forces, which ended in the withdrawal of the British from twenty-six counties. Seven weeks before the Truce of July 1921, the British presence in County Cork consisted of a total of over 12,500 men. Against these British forces stood the Irish Republican Army whose flying columns never exceeded 310 riflemen in the whole of the county. These flying columns were small groups of dedicated Volunteers, severely commanded and disciplined. Constantly on the move, their paramount objective was merely to exist, to strike when conditions were favourable and to avoid disaster at all costs. In 'Guerilla Days in Ireland' Tom Barry describes the setting up of the West Cork flying column, its training and the plan of campaign, which he implemented. In particular he gives his account of the Kilmichael ambush, one of the most controversial episodes of the War of Independence. Review: Great book, well written. - It was down to the basics of what happened in Ireland and disputed the image the British put out there regarding the IRA as a terrorist group. Really enjoyed the book and the historical significance. Review: Fascinating insight - A fascinating insight into Irish history. How Tom Barry lead the Cork IRA. Through great struggles and determination along the way. A harsh reality on how Guerilla activity operates. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Some nice rare pictures included. ## Features - Mercier press ## Images ![Guerilla Days in Ireland - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mW5DfZahL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book, well written. *by W***L on 1 December 2020* It was down to the basics of what happened in Ireland and disputed the image the British put out there regarding the IRA as a terrorist group. Really enjoyed the book and the historical significance. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fascinating insight *by J***S on 25 June 2026* A fascinating insight into Irish history. How Tom Barry lead the Cork IRA. Through great struggles and determination along the way. A harsh reality on how Guerilla activity operates. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Some nice rare pictures included. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chilling and compassionate *by M***Y on 24 July 2019* Very good read concerning the events that lead up to the Irish Truce. Strictly from a combatants point of view into the attacks and retreats of Southern IRA forces. An account of the war against British forces during one Irelands most bloody eras. Nearly impossible to put down. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/269868429-guerilla-days-in-ireland](https://www.desertcart.be/products/269868429-guerilla-days-in-ireland) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-09-13*