What were the key events of the Sack of Tralee?

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What were the key events of the Sack of Tralee?

The key events of the Sack of Tralee were:

1. On April 10, 1921, during the Irish War of Independence, the Black and Tans, a British paramilitary force, attacked and burned down the town of Tralee in County Kerry, Ireland.

2. The attack was in retaliation for the killing of two British soldiers by the Irish Republican Army (IRA) in the area.

3. The Black and Tans looted and destroyed numerous buildings, including the courthouse, police barracks, and several businesses.

4. The attack resulted in the death of at least three civilians, with many others injured.

5. The Sack of Tralee further escalated tensions between the British forces and the Irish population, fueling support for the IRA and the cause of Irish independence.