The IRA’s ability to operate suffered from a lack of weapons and ammunition, despite their best efforts to import from abroad or take them from police barracks in raids. The IRA’s Munitions Department directed projects to design and manufacture weapons and ammunition in secret factories across Ireland, and many volunteers used their academic studies or other experience in trades to do this.
The National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street will be closed to the public on Wednesday, 17th September 2025.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.
