When The IRA Almost Let Nazi's Invade Northern Ireland

"My enemy's enemy is my friend". Driven by a fervent desire for a united, independent Ireland and a deep-seated hatred for the British, rather than any sort of agreement with the Nazi ideology, the IRA sought to leverage German support through sabotage campaigns and ambitious invasion plans like "Plan Kathleen." However, these efforts were ultimately undermined by the IRA's incompetence, internal disarray, and the eventual vigilance of both Irish and British intelligence. This unlikely alliance came to nothing, mostly due the strategic naivety of the IRA and the farcical nature of many German espionage attempts in Ireland. Welcome to The World History Channel. With new uploads every week, we break down the biggest stories that have shaped human history. From the dawn of ancient civilisations up to the modern age, these are the stories from our past that matter the most. Discover the past on History Hit, with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly and presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis and more. https://bit.ly/45CPh5u