A new documentary will tell the story of Éamon de Valera's wilderness years from 1924 to 1926, and of the strong women who supported him – but would ultimately be betrayed.

The programme, titled De Valera san Fhásach, will show the political leader being imprisoned, in poor mental health and stripped of his political power. It will also depict the radical, revolutionary women activists who stood by him during this difficult time.