Connacht Flashcards
1
Q
When did Tone go to France?
A
After the failed landing in Bantry Bay in 1796
2
Q
What happened on the 22nd of August?
A
1,000 French soldiers landed at Killala, Mayo under General Humburt because Tone asked the French to send troops to help the rebellion.
3
Q
What happened at the battles?
A
They won against a small British force at Castlebar but were defeated at Ballinamuck, Longford on the 8th of September.