Treaty Conference

October 26, 1921

On October 26, 1921, negotiations commenced in London regarding the Anglo-Irish Treaty, which would address the contentious issue of partition. The Irish delegation, led by figures like Arthur Griffith and Michael Collins, faced immense pressure and difficult choices concerning the future of Ulster. These discussions were pivotal in shaping the political landscape of Ireland, ultimately leading to the creation of the Irish Free State and the partition of the island.