Ulster Crisis: Carson/UUs Flashcards
1
Q
1912-1914 position
A
- Undermined by the strong Nationalist possition, that would in theory undermine the Unionist’s
- However, the appointment of Carson and allegiance with conservatives launched an effective opposition campaign
2
Q
Strategy
A
- Proclaimed “He was not a mere game of bluff”
- Planned to harness Ulster unionist opposition against HR
- Dublin meeting: “If Ulster succeeds, Home Rule is dead.”
3
Q
Balmoral
A
- April 1912
- !00,000
- Symbolic significance
- Public appearance of Carson and Bonar Law
- Solemn pledge of “We will not have HR”
4
Q
Ulster Day
A
- September 1912
- Attempt to control and focus sectarian tension and intense popular opinion
- Covenant: Loyalty, half a million signatures
- Propaganda, disciplined mass
5
Q
Satisfaction?
A
- Angered by special provision not yet decided
- Changed his original aim of destroying HR for all Ireland to accepting exclusion
- Exclusion offered respite for UUs
- Exclusion was achieved through effective opposition despite strong Nationalist position
- Carson joined 1915 coalition
