Lemass: The Man Who Made Modern Ireland

1 x 60' - RTÉ ONE (2009)

In 1959, Sean Lemass became Taoiseach, and led Ireland through a decade of great economic and social change. But who was Sean Lemass, and was he the man who made modern Ireland? Made to mark the 50th anniversary of Lemass becoming Taoiseach, this documentary explores the life and career of one of Ireland’s most respected leaders.