History - GAA Flashcards
1
Q
what was the sporting movement?
A
part of a cultural revival after england tried to anglicise ireland
2
Q
4 points on the development of the gaa
A
began to organise itself/formalise its rule
new rules agreed for sports
clubs were formed in country and abroad
gaa banned people from playing gaelic sports if they played foreign sports
3
Q
6 impacts of the sporting movement
A
revived irish sports
linked sports with nationalism
provided a social and physical outlet for people
recruitment ground for home rule and the irb
many members would be involved in future efforts to gain independence
supported the irish language and culture
