What is another word for Irish Republican Army?
Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪɹɪʃ ɹɪpˈʌblɪkən ˈɑːmi] (IPA) 
The Irish Republican Army (IRA) is a controversial organization with a long history of political and armed activity in Ireland. As such, there are many synonyms and alternate names that have been used to refer to the group over the years. Some of these include: the Provisional IRA, the Official IRA, the Real IRA, the Continuity IRA, and the New IRA. While these groups may have different ideologies or agendas, they are all rooted in the idea of Irish nationalism and the belief that Britain should have no role in Irish affairs. Despite the many names used to refer to the IRA and its offshoots, the group remains a complex and contentious topic in Irish and British politics.
