EIRE BORDER CHECK-UP -

The video, reported by Leslie Mitchell for Movietone, discusses the strategic importance of Northern Ireland during WWII and the potential threat posed by German and Japanese agents in Southern Ireland. Despite a request from America and Britain, Eire's government maintained its neutrality, leading to increased border security measures. These measures included thorough checks on trains and roads to prevent information leaks, and restrictions on army personnel. The video highlights the tension between Eire's legal right to neutrality and the need to protect military operations from potential threats.

What was the main concern regarding enemy agents in Ireland?

• They were influencing public opinion.

• They were disrupting local governance.

• They were gathering military intelligence.

• They were sabotaging infrastructure.

What was the response of the Eire government to the request made by America and Britain?

• They accepted the request.

• They ignored the request.

• They rejected the request.

• They partially agreed to the request.

What measures were taken to prevent information from leaking across the Eire border?

• Installation of surveillance cameras.

• Thorough checks on trains and roads.

• Increased military presence.

• Complete border closure.

What was the purpose of the out-of-bounds area for army personnel?

• To protect military secrets.

• To prevent espionage activities.

• To ensure public safety.

• To maintain neutrality.

Why were the restrictions considered rigid despite Eire's legal right to neutrality?

• To ensure public health.

• To avoid political unrest.

• To prevent economic collapse.

• To protect military operations.