The charismatic leader of the local IRA flying column and Damien's older brother. He endures severe torture for the cause and initially supports the Anglo-Irish Treaty to secure peace, later serving in the National Army and tragically commanding the firing squad that executes his brother.
Dan operates as a subordinate soldier within Teddy's IRA command structure.
Biological brothers with a deep familial bond that is ultimately shattered by political division.
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