Synopsis
A documentary profile of Irish politician Martin McGuinness.
- Programme: Profile
- Episode: Martin McGuinness
- Channel: BBC Four
- Broadcast year: 2002
- History | The Irish Troubles
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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