Daniel O'Conell

Question 0

Explain Daniel O’Connell’s political successes and failures

Answer 0

He achieved his goal of getting Catholic Emancipation and became an MP in Clare, but didn’t get the act of Union repealed and was arrested.

Question 1

What did Daniel O’Connell want

Answer 1

Catholic Emancipation and repeal of the Act of Union

Question 2

What are the differing views on Daniel O’Connell

Answer 2

Some people said he was an inspiring figure to all Irish rebels and a key figure for equal Catholic rights but some people say he didn’t do enough because Catholic emancipation only affected middle class Catholics.