Hi, Dick -Although I'm a pacifist and would prefer alternatives, I have no logical question about the need for the Irish rebels to use violence - earlier in their struggle. But what good did it do them to use violence and get themselves executed in April 1916, 2 years after the Home Rule bill was passed by Parliament? That's a question that hasn't been answered to my satisfaction. Maybe there was good reason - but I don't understand it.

-Joe-