The 1798 Rebellion Flashcards
What was Ireland’s parliament called in the 1790s?
Grattan’s Parliament
Who could be a MP in Ireland’s Parliament when they were under British rule?
Only rich Anglicans could become MPs. Catholics, Presbyterians and poor Anglicans couldn’t vote or be MPs
What were the causes of the 1798 Rebellion?
- Inequality in the Irish Parliament - Large portion of Irish population was not represented
- Influence of American War of Independence and French Revolution - Irish were inspired by idea of “all men are created equal” and “liberty, equality, fraternity”
Who were ‘The Volunteers’ and why were they formed?
During the American War of Independence, when French gave their support to Americans, the ‘Protestant Ascendancy’ formed ‘The Volunteers’ to defend Ireland against a possible French Invasion. (as Ireland was part of Britain at the time)
When was Theobald Wolfe Tone born?
1763
What did Wolfe Tone believe?
He believed that all religions in Ireland should be represented in parliament
What was the aim of the United Irishmen? (at first)
To unite all Irish people of all religions by ending British control of Ireland. This was to be done peacefully
In what year did the British ban the United Irishmen
1794
When the UI became a secret society, who were their leaders?
Lord Edward Fitzgerald and Thomas Russel
What was the new aim of the UI after they were banned?
To get independence from Britain through the use of force
Who did the English send out to carry out the reign of terror?
General Lake
Describe Wolfetine’s capture and arrest
- Wolfe Tone had arrived at Lough Swilly, Co. Donegal with more French troops
- That battle ended in defeat & Wolfe Tone was captured and arrested
- He was sentenced to death by hanging. He committed suicide instead
- Thus ended the 1798 Rebellion
What were the consequences of the 1798 Rebellion?
- Death
- Act of Union, 1801
- Growth of republicanism
