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During the Irish Civil War, armoured cars operated by Republican forces patrol a Limerick street as civilians watch cautiously from the roadside. The arrival of troops has created a tense and uncertain atmosphere, with local people anxious to avoid any action that might provoke violence or heavy bloodshed. The vehicles move through the city as a visible display of military control, while horse-drawn transport and early motor traffic share the roadway. This striking scene records the growing presence of armed forces in Limerick and the apprehension felt by residents as conflict reached the streets and disrupted ordinary daily urban life.