Irish hip-hop group Kneecap recently released their latest album, called Fenian . A proud reclamation of a painful derogatory slur, Fenian is a word that connects Irish people to a history in which they were sometimes seen as less than human. A title packed with meaning The word originally comes from “Fianna”, which is linked to an ancient Irish mythology. The Fianna were small groups of male Irish warriors led by the legendary hero, Fionn mac Cumhaill. Today, however, the term is more commonly known for its association with Irish nationalism. Since at least the 17th century, Irish people have endured religious and cultural oppression under British rule – which largely targeted the Irish Catholic population. Kneecap, from left: Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, aka Mo Chara, J. J. Ó Dochartaigh, aka DJ Próvaí, and Naoise Ó Cairealláin, aka Móglaí Bap (Invision/AP) In the 19th century, various nationalist groups fought for Irish independence, sometimes violently.…