Wexford Flashcards
1
Q
Who were the rebels led by?
A
A Catholic priest named Fr John Murphy of Boolavogue
2
Q
What successes did they have?
A
They defeated government troops at Oulart Hill and captured Wexford town and Enniscourthy
3
Q
How were they defeated?
A
They tried to break out of Wexford but were defeated at New Ross and Arklow. The main force was also defeated on the 21st of June on Vinegar Hill by General Lake.
4
Q
What happened to the leaders?
A
They were hanged
5
Q
What happened to areas that supported the rebels?
A
Harsh punishments
6
Q
What happened in Scullabogue?
A
200 Protestants were burned alive in a barn
7
Q
What happened in Wexford town?
A
100 Protestants were murdered
8
Q
Why did they commit such atrocities?
A
They did this because of the harsh Penal Laws and the yeomanry.
