RTE - Dev: Rise and Rule (2025)

A look at the rise and rule of Eamon de Valera - the third President of Ireland and arguably the most consequential figure in modern Irish history. For over half a century, he dominated Irish public life and his reputation was largely uncontested. However, in the 50 years since his death, his legacy has been gradually dismantled and diminished.

Chapter 1: Rise
Eamon de Valera dominated Irish public life like no one before him and like no one ever will again. But what do we really know about the man known as 'The Chief'?

Chapter 2: Rule
Explores the rise and rule of the third President of Ireland, Eamon de Valera, whose legacy has been gradually dismantled and diminished in the 50 years since his death.

Chapter 3: Citizen Chorus
A special a bonus episode featuring contributions and debates from leading historians and re-enacted performances of some of Eamon de Valera’s most famous and infamous speeches.