1798 Rebellion Flashcards
How was Ireland being governed at the time of the 1798 rebellion?
King George the third ruled Ireland,However there was an Irish parliament that I met in Dublin. It was agreed that the Irish parliament passed their own laws without getting approval from Britain first
What problem was there with the way ireland was being governed
Only wealthy members of the church of Ireland could be elected. Catholics made up 75% of the population but could not be members of parliament and only wealthy people can vote in elections
What pamphlet did Wolfe Tone write in 1791?
An argument on behalf of the Catholics of Ireland
Who were the Society of united Irishmen?
The society was made up of middle-class Protestants who shared and enthusiasm for the ideals of the French Revolution. They hoped to unite people of all religions in achieving a federal government through peaceful means
What was the significance of the 1798 rebellion?
It was the first time the physical force nationalism emerged in Ireland.
How was the 1798 rebellion inspired by the French Revolution?
Wolfe tone had brought back the ideas of the French Revolution when he went to Paris in 1789. He believed the ideas of liberty equality and fraternity is could be applied to Ireland
What happened at Scullabogue?
200 Protestants were burnt live in a barn and another hundred were massacred in Wexford town. The violence was a contradiction of tones hopes for uniting Catholics and Protestants
What were the consequences of the 1798 rebellion?
The rebellion saw a growth of sectarianism between Catholics and Protestants, Irish politics became increasingly divided on the basis of religion. After two attempted French invasions and a rebellion the government in London decided to bring Ireland back under the direct control. Despite Wolfe Tones dream of an independent Irish Republic, he inspired many who came after him.
