The Treaty Negotiations Flashcards
Where were they held?
London
Who was part of the Irish delegation?
Arthur Griffith, Michael Collins and Erskine Childers as a secretary
Why did De Valera not go?
He wanted to deal with the IRA but said decisions should be reported back to him
Who was part of the British delegation?
Lloyd George, Winston Churchill and Lord Birkenhead who just negotiated the Treaty of Versailles
What did the Irish delegation want?
A completely independent republic and no partition
What did the British delegation want?
To keep Ireland with Britain and protect Ulster Unionists
How long were negotiations?
2 months from October to December, 1921
Why did the Irish compromise and accept the deal?
Lloyd threatened war
How many times did De Valera and Lloyd meet?
4
Did Ireland accept the deal?
Yes
