Tyrone's rebellion depth study (SYK) Flashcards
Who was the Earl of Tyrone?
Hugh O’Neill
In which region of Ireland was Tyrone’s power based?
Ulster
Give an example of Tyrone’s early support for the English
Battle against Maguire at the battle of Erne Ford
Give evidence that the rebellion had long-term causes
Plantations/ Anglicisation = Resentment of central interference
Give evidence that Tyrone commanded a strong force
-4,000 musketeers
-1,000 cavalry
-1,000 pikemen
Name 3 English deputies or commanders in Ireland
-Bagenal
-Essex
-Mountjoy
How many English troops were killed at the battle of the yellow ford?
830
Which important fort was captured?
Blackwater fort
Who led the Spanish troops at Kinsale?
Don Juan del Aguila
At which Treaty did Tyrone surrender?
Mellifont
What title was Tyrone granted?
Chief Lord of Ulster
Which other Revolt can Tyrone be compared too?
Maguire’s Revolt
Name one other battle that was not Yellow Ford
-Clontibret
When did a later Irish revolt break out in Stuart times?
1641
Whose execution did the civil war lead too?
Charles I
Give an example of poor government action during the rebellion
Sending Essex (Robert Devereux) to Ireland to lead the troops against Tyrone 1599
Give an example of rebel weakness
They were less suited to battles outside of Ulster
Name one other Irish chief who was involved
Maguire
What do Irish historians call this rebellion?
The 9 years war
Give dates for the start and end of the rebellion?
1595-1603
