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Where was Charles Stuart Parnell born?
Where was Charles Stuart Parnell born?
- County Kerry
- County Wicklow (correct)
- County Cork
- County Galway
What was one of the key influences on Parnell's anti-English sentiments?
What was one of the key influences on Parnell's anti-English sentiments?
- His mother (correct)
- His teachers
- His father
- His friends
What non-violent tactic did Parnell introduce while visiting the U.S.?
What non-violent tactic did Parnell introduce while visiting the U.S.?
- Boycotting (correct)
- Military coups
- Assassinations
- Violent protests
Which political movement did Parnell transform into a significant force in Irish and English politics?
Which political movement did Parnell transform into a significant force in Irish and English politics?
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Who were some of the key figures that Parnell collaborated with to strengthen support for home rule?
Who were some of the key figures that Parnell collaborated with to strengthen support for home rule?
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What scandal marred Parnell's career and ultimately led to his downfall in 1891?
What scandal marred Parnell's career and ultimately led to his downfall in 1891?
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What age was Parnell when he faced his downfall in 1891?
What age was Parnell when he faced his downfall in 1891?
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Study Notes
- Charles Stuart Parnell was a key political leader in Ireland in the late 19th century who transformed the home rule movement into a significant political force in Irish and English politics.
- Parnell, born in County Wicklow in 1846, was a Protestant with anti-English sentiments influenced by his mother.
- Initially a reluctant speaker in politics, Parnell quickly mastered parliamentary procedure and showcased strong leadership skills, leading the obstructionists and gaining attention from groups like the IRB.
- Parnell's involvement in the land question issue and collaboration with figures like Michael Davitt and John Devoy strengthened support for home rule.
- He traveled to the U.S., raising substantial funds and introducing boycotting as a non-violent tactic.
- Parnell's leadership of the Irish National League and the transformation of the Irish Parliamentary Party into a disciplined political force significantly impacted Irish politics.
- Despite his effective leadership, Parnell's career was marred by a personal scandal involving an affair, leading to division within the Irish Parliamentary Party and ultimately his downfall in 1891 at the age of 45.
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