Ireland Flashcards
What did Cromwell do to Kildare (2)
Detained the earl in England
Appointed Sir William Skeffington as deputy in his place
What was WS given
A pamphlet called ‘ordinances for the government of Ireland’ = advocated traditional remedies to longstanding issues
Response to Cromwell detaining Kildare + what
Formed a successful rebellion
However they surrender against WS 2300 troops
What did Cromwell do after the rebellion (2)
He sent Lord Grey to govern
4 commissioners to Ireland to examine problems facing colonial administration
In response to commissioners what did Cromwell do
Said that Dublin administration should extend its government to the full extent of the colony
What did Henry what + impact (2)
Wanted the Dublin administration to be a self financing
Lords launched an attack on the pale in 1539 and 1540
Success in Ireland? (2)
Lord grey was dismissed
Left behind a weak administration and a country in turmoil