Events That Took Place In Irish Rebellion

Question 1

Name 3 events that happened in 1798 rebellion.

Answer 1

Ulster, scullabogue and the French arriving

Question 2

Name the 2 men that led the Presbyterians into battle in ulster

Answer 2

Henry joy mcCraken and Henry Munro

Question 3

Rebellion events- ulster

Answer 3

Henry joy mcCraken led Presbyterians into battle were defeated,Henry Munro had initial success but were later defeated longest battle in rebellion happened at Ballinahinch

Question 4

Rebellion events -French help arrives

Answer 4

1000 soldiers landed in Killala they overpowered small British force but were later defeated. A few months later 3000 more arrived but were captured including Wolfe tone who later died

Question 5

Rebellion events- scullabogue

Answer 5

Rebels committed atrocities in Wexford 200 prodestants burned alive and another 100 massacred in Wexford town