DUBLIN - NELSON'S PILLAR TUMBLED

The transcript discusses the history and significance of the monument to Lord Nelson in O'Connell Street, which has been a subject of public controversy for over a century. It highlights the monument's survival through various historical events, including campaigns for its removal and the 1916 battle. However, a recent bombing has left it in ruins, impacting tourism. The text reflects on past animosities and hopes for a peaceful future, suggesting a need to move beyond historical bitterness.

What was the main source of funding for the monument dedicated to Lord Nelson?

• A historical society

• A public collection

• A private investor

• A government grant

Which event did the monument survive that involved intense fighting?

• The War of Independence

• The Irish Civil War

• The Battle of the Boyne

• The Easter Rising of 1916

What happened to the monument on O'Connell Street?

• It was relocated

• It was restored

• It was destroyed by a bomb

• It was turned into a museum

What was one of the consequences of the monument's destruction?

• Improved city views

• Loss of a tourist landmark

• Reconstruction of the monument

• Increased tourism

What does the narrator hope for regarding future events?

• Increased public funding

• Peaceful commemorations

• A return to past animosities

• More historical monuments