Cathal Crowe, a Deputy from Clare, issued a public apology for controversial remarks he made regarding the British army's actions in Ireland during a discussion about Gaza. He acknowledged his statement was a significant oversight, clarifying that, while critical of British military actions historically, he did not intend to downplay the violence against Irish civilians. Crowe, a former history teacher, expressed remorse to the victims of British terror and emphasized the importance of accurate historical representation. This incident follows his previous advocacy against commemorating controversial aspects of British history in Ireland.
Today, Mr Crowne apologised to "the victims of British terror and atrocities" in the Dáil. He said he wanted to correct the record over the remarks.
Let me be very clear. It was not my intention to say this, and I didn't realise how woeful all of that was until late last night when I received the transcript of what I had actually said.
The British army "has been involved in many heinous attacks on Irish people historically", he said. His own family "also suffered at the hands in the past of the British military".
My apology is to the victims of British terror and atrocities. My apology is also to those of you who care about Irish history and the accuracy with which it should be conveyed.
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