Behind the headlines of the Northern Ireland peace process were letters that shaped history. One newly released file contains correspondence between Gerry Adams and key figures including John Bruton, Patrick Mayhew, and John Major.
A letter from Adams to Bruton (30 June 1995) stresses the importance of “inclusiveness” in negotiations, while Bruton’s letter to Major (22 June 1995) identifies obstacles to progress. These exchanges reveal the complexity and urgency of building peace.
Reference: NAI/DFA/2023/50/164
Image: Copy of Adams’ letter to Mayhew, 23 August 1995.