Thank you again for the sensetivity you take when having to talk about our dark past and present history. My Great Granny was burned out of her home in the Short Strand during the disturbance. She was a Catholic, married to a Protestant. Granny was saved by a fireman , who found her in the out house. She was deaf, and didn't her what was happening. The house's look warm , loved and welcoming. I remember the times of the St Matthew's Church defence. And I have very strong memory's of all the poor people pouring up the Glen Road, and in to our schools and homes in Andersonstown. It was like something from a WW2 news clip. It is difficult to watch the walk through streets of Belfast. I do have PTSD, it's part of who I am, and on my medical records. It flares up more often as I get older, and murals are one of the triggers. So I was relieved to see clean walls. I never felt so alone as I did one morning sitting with my friends at the CBS Glen Road, and saying how sick I was of getting raided by the Brit's. And how they all looked shocked " we never get raided!!" Was what they all said. I felt like a leper. So I will keep watching, and keep commenting and thank you for all the great wee videos.
My Dad was born Short Strand.Brings tears to my eyes he passed away last year and spoke so fondly of the Short Strand so many memories he had so many tales of how the family survived.As a child our holidays were spent at my Grans on Bryson St.Loved playing around those streets playing in St Matthew's grounds kneeling and praying to Our Lady's statue each time ran passed it going to Mass on a Sunday.And some of those streets my family on my Dad's side were born or the lived.
It happened all over Belfast to Protestants and Catholics alike. Look at all the former Protestant areas that have been taken over by Catholics and you’ll see who is doing the most intimidating.
A very good video.The people in The Short Strand appear to be getting on with their own lives,and keeping their streets clean.That is what it is all about.
Again a nice and well balanced video of a Belfast area. It gives a good impression of the Strand, I found the people always very welcoming. Great to see it is still very well maintained. I remember a pub in this neighborhood, the Melting Pot. Always good craic and lovely music nights.
Belfast is a wonderful city. My partner is from East Belfast, a protestant and I am a Catholic from Liverpool, it never bothered us. I have met many, many people from both sides of the divide and nicer, more warm and genuine folk you will not meet. I Love the place, it's my second Home. Thank you Belfast for always making me feel Welcome 🙏💕
When I look at the world today am reminded of the North I saw every day on TV growing up. I know it is a fragile peace up there but ye are a beacon to the world that Peace can break out out of even the worst conflicts.
I have an ancester Susan Judge Fullerton who lived at 74 Short Strand Street in 1911 (Cencusac Is her house still there? Is it possable for someone to take a photo of it if it still exists? Very interesting video. My Judge ancesters come from Ballymacarret area. (94 and 96 Bridge end Street)
I took a look on Google Maps there and it appears there is no Short Strand Street anymore. However there is a 74 Short Strand, but it is one of the new developed houses. It may well be in the same location as your ancestors house though. There are some old maps of Short Strand on line. You could make a comparison between old 74 Short Strand Street and the new 74 Short Strand to see if there in the same place. Best of luck with it all.
@@nakedirelandIt is 74 Short Strand they were big Tall Houses.I remember going to 74 in 1965 to see my Great Granny Lundy.She had Guns on the walls! and a Grandfather Clock her Dad had brought back from overseas he was a Sea Captain.
My granny was originally from short strand. Maiden name was Connolly. She left for Dublin in 1951 and married a Dub. Somewhere along the line I came along 😉 I’d love to go back and follow the family tree and find my distant relatives probably still residing.
Excellent insights into the Short Strand, an area that has witnessed and endured horrific levels of sectarianism over the years. I moved to East Belfast from London last year and have no religious affiliations and so it's fascinating (and disturbing) to get an insights into historically informed attitudes, beliefs and values that divide people who all follow a Christian faith, the same Jesus Christ and his teachings. I think/hope that this part of Belfast is moving into a new era, one in which the focus is on social needs, the celebration of different cultures, the environment, equality etc. I suspect that many young people who have grown up in strong nationalist or unionist communities are less concerns about Orange and Green and more concern about day to day issues that impact their lives. The world is moving on and based on my now 15 months in Belfast I have observed that Northern Ireland could become the envy of the world both in terms of its economy and culture.
lol it's funny, in the Belfast way obviously, in st Matthews bar, if someone was loud and proud they'd say " Aye, why don't you put a flag on your door sure " Classic. 😂 Good show. I got emotional lol so silly.
The 1920 pogrom was also used by the bosses in the shipyards to purge socialists, nascent communists and union activists-the people least interested in sectarianism, in other words. And people wonder about the persistence of sectarianism
Hatred can’t be seen and to be biased towards neighbourhood’s with different opinions is just perpetual discrimination and wrong. To think there’s probably good people on both sides of the imaginary divide that want nothing to do with any of it, except the underlying issue of racism segregated by religion still prevails. Very sad indeed…..especially since N.Ireland houses many different Nationalities with different religious beliefs that have no interest whatsoever in politics and alliance with Loyalists or anything else for that matter. Is it any wonder the Loyalists support Israel… a country that’s murdered thousands of innocent Palestinian’s in the very same land dispute that still anchors the minds of those who occupy East Belfast. Zionist politics is it’s own form of Nationalism establishing a homeland on land in another country once owned by Palestine…….Britain had no right to give land away not belonging to Israel. How hard is that to comprehend regardless of the fact they where trying to find a home for displaced families after the First and Second World War’s …the Short Strand should be regarded as equally important as the other enclaves in East Belfast. Surly there’s nothing to fear except fear it’s self. They both frequent the same places and breath the same air assimilation is only divided by hate.
Britain's colonialist past has caused so much division in the world. Palestine, Ireland India Africa etc .There inglorious past has caused so much pain ,unnecessary deaths ,displacement etc .They are imploding now and paying for their sins .
@@peterkelly4929hate to enlighten you, but Ireland was never united. Clans fought. Africa and India was never united. Tribes fought. Divisions in those countries have nothing to do with Britain. By the way, 40% of the British Army during the height of the British Empire were Irishmen.
Of course they were clans ,tribes etc .Still doesn't excuse British crimes throughout the globe .Plus most irishmnen signed up for the war by redmonds ,persuasion and Britain's, promise of home rule .slan anois
This fella leads the way on social platforms due to his unbiased, balanced and informed version version of events that educate not only both sides but anyone who listens. The music is a wee bit unnecessary. Feels like I’m in a Spanish face off in an ancient time period.
Thank you again for the sensetivity you take when having to talk about our dark past and present history. My Great Granny was burned out of her home in the Short Strand during the disturbance. She was a Catholic, married to a Protestant. Granny was saved by a fireman , who found her in the out house. She was deaf, and didn't her what was happening. The house's look warm , loved and welcoming. I remember the times of the St Matthew's Church defence. And I have very strong memory's of all the poor people pouring up the Glen Road, and in to our schools and homes in Andersonstown. It was like something from a WW2 news clip. It is difficult to watch the walk through streets of Belfast. I do have PTSD, it's part of who I am, and on my medical records. It flares up more often as I get older, and murals are one of the triggers. So I was relieved to see clean walls. I never felt so alone as I did one morning sitting with my friends at the CBS Glen Road, and saying how sick I was of getting raided by the Brit's. And how they all looked shocked " we never get raided!!" Was what they all said. I felt like a leper. So I will keep watching, and keep commenting and thank you for all the great wee videos.
Des, a very touching and interesting story. So glad this video meant something to you.
Such a sad story but helpful to us Southerners to remember, thanks for taking time to share it and hope you are doing well
My Dad was born Short Strand.Brings tears to my eyes he passed away last year and spoke so fondly of the Short Strand so many memories he had so many tales of how the family survived.As a child our holidays were spent at my Grans on Bryson St.Loved playing around those streets playing in St Matthew's grounds kneeling and praying to Our Lady's statue each time ran passed it going to Mass on a Sunday.And some of those streets my family on my Dad's side were born or the lived.
So glad my film was able to bring back those fond memories, and memories too of your dear dad. Many thanks for watching and getting in touch.
It happened all over Belfast to Protestants and Catholics alike. Look at all the former Protestant areas that have been taken over by Catholics and you’ll see who is doing the most intimidating.
@3:45 The narrator does not mention it, but it actually says on the mural, in Gaelic "Siochain" which translates into English language as "Peace".
Yes Cormac, I’m aware of that thanks. But thanks for pointing that out for our viewers.
Great wee video. I'm from the Newlodge and I have friends over in the Strand good people and a great wee spot.
Cheers for watching Thomas. Feel free to check out other Naked Ireland stuff. Hopefully there’s something else there you’ll enjoy.
A very good video.The people in The Short Strand appear to be getting on with their own lives,and keeping their streets clean.That is what it is all about.
Indeed John, thanks for watching.
Thank you. Excellent work (as usual). I didn't know about the 1920s pograms, so that was informative.
Many thanks for watching.
I believe that along the Falls Road there is a mural featuring the pogrom.
Only seen it from the Bus on a recent visit…
Thanks Paul, I’ll take a look at that.
Again a nice and well balanced video of a Belfast area. It gives a good impression of the Strand, I found the people always very welcoming. Great to see it is still very well maintained. I remember a pub in this neighborhood, the Melting Pot. Always good craic and lovely music nights.
Thanks Frits, so glad you’re still watching and enjoying.
Belfast is a wonderful city. My partner is from East Belfast, a protestant and I am a Catholic from Liverpool, it never bothered us. I have met many, many people from both sides of the divide and nicer, more warm and genuine folk you will not meet. I Love the place, it's my second Home. Thank you Belfast for always making me feel Welcome 🙏💕
Thank YOU Stephen, you’re of course always welcome in Belfast. Thanks for watching.
@@nakedireland My pleasure my friend 🙏
When I look at the world today am reminded of the North I saw every day on TV growing up. I know it is a fragile peace up there but ye are a beacon to the world that Peace can break out out of even the worst conflicts.
I couldn’t agree more Eddie.
Excellent video. Been looking forward to this one for a while. Thanks
Many thanks Kevin, so glad you enjoyed it.
I learn so much about Ireland watching your videos especially history. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Many thanks, so glad it’s useful.
I have an ancester Susan Judge Fullerton who lived at 74 Short Strand Street in 1911 (Cencusac Is her house still there? Is it possable for someone to take a photo of it if it still exists? Very interesting video. My Judge ancesters come from Ballymacarret area. (94 and 96 Bridge end Street)
I took a look on Google Maps there and it appears there is no Short Strand Street anymore. However there is a 74 Short Strand, but it is one of the new developed houses. It may well be in the same location as your ancestors house though. There are some old maps of Short Strand on line. You could make a comparison between old 74 Short Strand Street and the new 74 Short Strand to see if there in the same place. Best of luck with it all.
@@nakedireland Thank you for your help!
I have a photo of "74"on a calendar as my late Dad was born 74 Short Strand in 1937.
I wonder is it the same street?
@@nakedirelandIt is 74 Short Strand they were big Tall Houses.I remember going to 74 in 1965 to see my Great Granny Lundy.She had Guns on the walls! and a Grandfather Clock her Dad had brought back from overseas he was a Sea Captain.
Our peace walls are up longer than The Berlin Wall!
My granny was originally from short strand. Maiden name was Connolly.
She left for Dublin in 1951 and married a Dub. Somewhere along the line I came along 😉
I’d love to go back and follow the family tree and find my distant relatives probably still residing.
Maybe a Connolly from Short Strand will see your comment.
There is a site with the Belfast Street directory lennonwylie
Lovely area, lovely video 👍
Thanks Aidan.
Brilliant video.
Ah many thanks. And thanks for watching. Maybe you’ll check out some other Naked Ireland videos?
Kids where fighting each other at Woodstock link last night,
Hopefully it won’t spiral into anything too serious.
We were burnt out of Crumlin rd in 69 we spent 7 weeks in holy child before house was built in Lenadoon
Those were terrible times Paul.
@@nakedireland yes I’ve written a book about my life growing up during that time , I’m hoping it’ll be out around st Patrick s day
Oh wow, I’ll look out for that. Who’s the publisher?
Excellent history and social video, thank you. But the music, the video didn't the overt dissonance of the music, the history is dark enough.
Thanks for watching Patrick, glad the video struck a chord with you even if the music didn’t.
Excellent insights into the Short Strand, an area that has witnessed and endured horrific levels of sectarianism over the years. I moved to East Belfast from London last year and have no religious affiliations and so it's fascinating (and disturbing) to get an insights into historically informed attitudes, beliefs and values that divide people who all follow a Christian faith, the same Jesus Christ and his teachings. I think/hope that this part of Belfast is moving into a new era, one in which the focus is on social needs, the celebration of different cultures, the environment, equality etc. I suspect that many young people who have grown up in strong nationalist or unionist communities are less concerns about Orange and Green and more concern about day to day issues that impact their lives. The world is moving on and based on my now 15 months in Belfast I have observed that Northern Ireland could become the envy of the world both in terms of its economy and culture.
Thanks for such a comprehensive comment Brian. The world in moving on indeed!
lol it's funny, in the Belfast way obviously, in st Matthews bar, if someone was loud and proud they'd say
" Aye, why don't you put a flag on your door sure "
Classic. 😂
Good show.
I got emotional lol so silly.
Sure all these troubles related subjects are still very real. It’s emotional for anyone that experienced it.
@@nakedireland
I was literally just about to delete the comment . . .
One' of those days.
I'll leave it sure.
Good man.
Thankyou.
…a genuine response. I’m flattered that you found the film so moving. Thanks for watching.
greetings to the people of the occupied six counties from Palestine. we remember you.
Allah protect you all
The 1920 pogrom was also used by the bosses in the shipyards to purge socialists, nascent communists and union activists-the people least interested in sectarianism, in other words.
And people wonder about the persistence of sectarianism
That’s a useful observation - very relevant.
The IRA were attempting to sabotage local industry. That’s why Catholics (who were clearly potential IRA supporters) were removed from the shipyard.
Love conquers hate every time ….Marvin Gaye
I’m a Marvin fan and I hope you’re right. Thanks for watching Donal.
Hatred can’t be seen and to be biased towards neighbourhood’s with different opinions is just perpetual discrimination and wrong. To think there’s probably good people on both sides of the imaginary divide that want nothing to do with any of it, except the underlying issue of racism segregated by religion still prevails. Very sad indeed…..especially since N.Ireland houses many different Nationalities with different religious beliefs that have no interest whatsoever in politics and alliance with Loyalists or anything else for that matter. Is it any wonder the Loyalists support Israel… a country that’s murdered thousands of innocent Palestinian’s in the very same land dispute that still anchors the minds of those who occupy East Belfast. Zionist politics is it’s own form of Nationalism establishing a homeland on land in another country once owned by Palestine…….Britain had no right to give land away not belonging to Israel. How hard is that to comprehend regardless of the fact they where trying to find a home for displaced families after the First and Second World War’s …the Short Strand should be regarded as equally important as the other enclaves in East Belfast. Surly there’s nothing to fear except fear it’s self. They both frequent the same places and breath the same air assimilation is only divided by hate.
Many thanks for you comprehensive comment, no doubt it will start some sort of debate!
Britain's colonialist past has caused so much division in the world. Palestine, Ireland India Africa etc .There inglorious past has caused so much pain ,unnecessary deaths ,displacement etc .They are imploding now and paying for their sins .
@@peterkelly4929hate to enlighten you, but Ireland was never united. Clans fought. Africa and India was never united. Tribes fought. Divisions in those countries have nothing to do with Britain. By the way, 40% of the British Army during the height of the British Empire were Irishmen.
Of course they were clans ,tribes etc .Still doesn't excuse British crimes throughout the globe .Plus most irishmnen signed up for the war by redmonds ,persuasion and Britain's, promise of home rule .slan anois
A very opinionated and biased view towards the catholics. I don't recall you defending the Protestant community like this
Simply recounting historical facts - I have no side to take here. What do you feel is inaccurate about the report?
This fella leads the way on social platforms due to his unbiased, balanced and informed version version of events that educate not only both sides but anyone who listens. The music is a wee bit unnecessary. Feels like I’m in a Spanish face off in an ancient time period.
Ha ha, I say, if music be the food if love, play on.