Elaborate on the reasons why many religious and political movements, states, and nations use ancient traditions or inven
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Elaborate on the reasons why many religious and political movements, states, and nations use ancient traditions or invent new traditions. What does Eric Hobsbawm mean by 'the invention of tradition'? Why was it so important for Irish nationalists to use old traditions or to invent new ones during their long struggles with the British rule? Support your argument with specific details from the 19th and 20th century Irish nationalist movements. Answer in ESSAY FORM (Each essay: around 600 words).