1798 Rebellion Flashcards
1
Q
When did it break out?
A
23rd May 1798
2
Q
When did it end?
A
24th September 1798
3
Q
How many participated?
A
27,000 in Ulster alone
4
Q
What were the main areas of action?
A
Leinster. East Ulster, Mayo
5
Q
What was the overall plan?
A
Rebel together then march to Dublin
6
Q
Which three areas rebelled whilst other broke down
A
Carlow, Kildare, Meath, Wexford
7
Q
What were the two major defeats for the Irish?
A
5th June at New Ross, 21str June at Vinegar hill
8
Q
Why was it easy for the British to overcome the Irish?
A
More militarily sophisticated and Gerard Lakes suppression of the key organizations
9
Q
What were the key organisations?
A
United Irishmen and the defenders
