The Easter Uprising Flashcards
What Were The 8 Nationalist Groups Called?
The Fenians (IRB), the Clan Na Gael (also called the united brotherhood), the Fianna, the Gaelic League, Gaelic Athletic Association, Sinn Fein, Irish Citizen Army, and Irish Volunteer Force
What Was The Home Rule Crisis?
From 1912 to 1914, the British parliament contemplated passing laws to establish Irish Home Rule. The parliament passed a Third Home Rule Bill in 1912 in the House of Commons but the House of Lords held it up and then World War I began.
Why Did The Nationalist Groups Fail?
The different Nationalist groups didn’t share the same goals, they lacked communication and coordination, a deal with the Germans for arms fell through, and not enough people were interested or prepared to fight.
What Were The Consequences Of The Easter Uprising?
British retaliation led to growing support for Nationalists. This led to partitioning in Ireland. Although a short-term disaster, some Nationalists believed the uprising was a long-term success for their cause.
Where Were Protestants Mostly From And Where Were Catholics Mostly From?
Protestants were predominantly from Northern Ireland and were unionists. Catholics were mostly from the remaining parts of Ireland, and were Nationalists.
