Key debate 1: How far was Tyrone’s rebellion simply a protest against increased government interference? Flashcards
1
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Key points:
A
- Protest against gov interference
- Neglect of Ireland
2
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Government interference:
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- Plantation policy in Connaught and Munster provoked unrest – increased rents, establishment of Protestant churches.
- Evident over period as a whole - Resentment at English interference was overarching theme of Irish rebellions.
3
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Neglect of Ireland:
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- War with Spain meant that money was short and therefore expenditure on Ireland was low.
- The Deputy in Ireland, Fitzwilliam, was too old and this led to factional disputes in Dublin.
- This allowed clan warfare to develop, with cattle-raiding and summary executions.
- Earl of Tyrone had aided English garrisons in the early 1950s changed sides as he did not feel that he was sufficiently rewarded.
