Topic 3 - Act of union, Consequences Flashcards
What were the consequences of the Act of Union to those against it?
Those who were against the Union felt alienated.
What were the consequences of the Act of Union to the political ideologies of this time?
Unionism and Nationalism became the dominant political ideology.
What were the consequences of the Act of Union to the Irish Parliament?
The Parliament was demolished and 100 MP’s went to London.
What were the consequences of the Act of Union to the flag?
A new flag was created called the Union Jack.
What were the consequences of the Act of Union to the British Empire?
Great Britain and Ireland were United politically.
What where the consequences of the Act of Union in Irish Politics?
It created deep divisions in the Irish politics.