Revolutions/ Rebellions- Key Words Flashcards
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Republicanism
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Use of violence to end British rule in Ireland.
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Defenders
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A society that was for formed to protect Catholic farmers.
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Orange Order
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Protestant organisation set up to defend Protestants and British rule in Ireland.
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Act Of Union
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A law that closed the Irish parliament in fear of another rebellion.
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Yeomanry
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A Protestant army set up by the British government.
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Loyalist
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A supporter of the British government.
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Pike
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Spear- like weapon
