Sinn Fein 1907-1918 Flashcards
1
Q
When was Sin Fein founded?
A
1907
2
Q
What events happened in 1916?
A
Easter Rebellion
Martial law imposed
3
Q
What happened to Sinn Fein in 1916?
A
Remodelled as a revolutionary party
Committed to an Irish republic
4
Q
What events happened in 1917?
A
US enters the war
Irish prisoners released
Irish convention
5
Q
What happened to Sinn Fein in 1917?
A
Won 2 by-elections
Boycotts convention
Eamon de Valera becomes MP and elected president
6
Q
What events happened in 1918?
A
Conscription crisis
Reform Act
General election
7
Q
What happened to Sinn Fein in 1918?
A
Wins majority of Irish seats in general election
Boycotts parliament at Westminster
Sets up Dail Eireann
