The 1798 Rebellion Flashcards
1
Q
What are the causes of the 1798 rebellion?
A
-Activities of Tone and the United Irishmen.
-War between Britain and France-hope of French help.
-Government use of terror to crush the United Irishmen.
2
Q
When did the United Irishmen decide to go ahead with a rebellion
A
On the 23rd of May 1798.
3
Q
Where were there rebel attacks?
A
Kildare, Meath, Carlow and Wicklow, but they were largely uncoordinated and were easily defeated.
4
Q
Where saw the most intensive action or the rebellion
A
Wexford.
