The general election in the Irish Free State marked a significant turning point in the political landscape of Ireland following the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 1921. Held on June 16, 1922, the election was conducted under a new parliamentary system, following the establishment of the Irish Free State as a self-governing entity within the British Commonwealth. The pro-Treaty faction of Sinn Féin, led by key figures such as W.T. Cosgrave, emerged victorious with a substantial majority of seats in the Dáil Éireann. This success was seen as a public endorsement of the treaty and its provisions, which had been a subject of intense debate and division within Irish society.The election was significant not only for its immediate political outcomes but also because it revealed the split in Irish nationalism between pro-Treaty and anti-Treaty factions. While pro-Treaty Sinn Féin celebrated their electoral triumph, it also set the stage for further tensions that would soon evolve into the Irish Civil War. The election's results played a vital role in shaping the new government's agenda and its approach to the complex issues of governance and national identity. With the mandate from the electorate, the Sinn Féin-led government initiated a series of reforms while continuing to grapple with the legacy of conflict and division present in the society.On the day of voting, the atmosphere was charged with anticipation, as many viewed this election as a pivotal moment in determining the future of the Irish state. The pro-Treaty side's overwhelming victory underscored the extent to which many Irish citizens supported the path toward self-governance, albeit one that occurred within the Commonwealth framework. The emergence of the government formed from this election laid down the foundations for the future trajectory of the Irish Free State, influencing its political, social, and economic development in the years to come.