The Mystery Of... - Episode 5

As Sean O’Hegarty’s elaborate plan for unloading the munitions is in full swing, Admiral Ernest Gaunt learns about The Upnor’s seizure, more than 24 hours after the events at Ballycotton. Soon he’ll face the wrath of Winston Churchill and Michael Collins.

Narrator: Demi Isaac
Readings by: Gavan Casey, John Fitzsimons, Liam O’Caoimh.
Series Produced by Ally McKenzie
Executive Editor: Ciaran Daly

Published on Saturday, 13th June 2026.

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