1. The Irish Free State: A time of challenge, crisis and new beginnings
Cumann na nGaedheal
The Irish Free State: A time of challenge, crisis and new beginnings

2. Background Issues Law & Order – no courts or policing system
Irregular I.R.A. – disagreed with the treaty
Inexperienced T.D.’s – many were young and new to roles
Lack of Industry – Northern Ireland (1920)
Civil War – a bitter internal war left many scars
Lack of money – taxation and industry would be vital

3. President of Executive Council
W.T. Cosgrave
President of Executive Council

4. V. President & Minister for Home Affairs
Kevin O’ Higgins
V. President & Minister for Home Affairs