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The Easter Rising of 1916, while a military setback, is considered a political victory for which group?
The Easter Rising of 1916, while a military setback, is considered a political victory for which group?
- Moderate Irish Nationalists
- The Irish Parliament
- British Loyalists
- Radical Irish Nationalists (correct)
Which of the following factors contributed to the military shortcomings of the Easter Rising?
Which of the following factors contributed to the military shortcomings of the Easter Rising?
- Well-organized and strategically planned attacks
- Strong popular support across Ireland
- A large number of well-equipped troops
- Poor organization and insufficient troops (correct)
The Act of Union, which integrated Ireland and Great Britain, was ratified in what year?
The Act of Union, which integrated Ireland and Great Britain, was ratified in what year?
- 1922
- 1916
- 1801
- 1800 (correct)
The Easter Rising began with Irish Volunteers marching down which street in Dublin?
The Easter Rising began with Irish Volunteers marching down which street in Dublin?
What action did Padraic Pearse take in front of a stunned crowd during the Easter Rising?
What action did Padraic Pearse take in front of a stunned crowd during the Easter Rising?
In what capacity did Michael Collins serve within the provisional Irish government?
In what capacity did Michael Collins serve within the provisional Irish government?
What was Michael Collins' role in the Irish military?
What was Michael Collins' role in the Irish military?
What event led to Michael Collins' death in 1922?
What event led to Michael Collins' death in 1922?
Before his death, Michael Collins was arrested and sent to an internment camp in Wales. In what year was he released?
Before his death, Michael Collins was arrested and sent to an internment camp in Wales. In what year was he released?
Liam Neeson portrayed Michael Collins in a biographical film. When was this film released?
Liam Neeson portrayed Michael Collins in a biographical film. When was this film released?
Flashcards
Easter Rising
Easter Rising
A significant event in Irish history that took place in Dublin and Enniscorthy, undertaken by republican movements.
Act of Union (1800)
Act of Union (1800)
The Act where the Parliament of Ireland voted to unite with Great Britain, forming the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Easter Rising Insurrection
Easter Rising Insurrection
Took place on Easter Monday, April 24, 1916, when members of the Irish Volunteers marched to O'Connell Street and proclaimed the Irish Republic.
Michael Collins
Michael Collins
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Michael Collins (Film)
Michael Collins (Film)
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Anglo-Irish Treaty
Anglo-Irish Treaty
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Study Notes
- Topics include the Easter Rising, Michael Collins, and the Irish Free States
- Politics, military revolt, and Irish history are important topics
Easter Rising
- Occurred in Dublin and Enniscorthy
- Undertaken by republican movements, but poorly organized and with few troops
- Insurgents counted on popular support, which was not forthcoming
- A resounding military failure, but a huge political success for radical Irish nationalists
- Took place in a tense historical context
- August 1st, 1800: The Parliament of Ireland in Dublin voted for the Act of Union with Great Britain into the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
- Situation was not unanimously accepted
- Easter Monday, April 24, 1916: 120 members of the Irish Army and 700 of the Irish Volunteer force marched down O'Connell Street in Dublin
- Stampede (race) occurred and the occupation of the Central Post Office, as well as various strategic buildings
- Patrick Pearse then proclaimed the Irish Republic in front of a stunned (moderate) and unenthusiastic crowd
Michael Collins
- Born on October 16, 1830 and died on August 22, 1922
- Irish revolutionary republican leader who also held political positions
- Minister of Finance of The Irish Republic and Commander-in-Chief of the Irish National Army
- Died in August 1922 during the Irish Civil War during an ambush by Republican opponents of the Anglo-Irish Treaty
- Began to make a name for himself during the Easter Rising of 1916
- Like many insurgents, Collins was arrested and sent to many interment camp in Wales
- Stood for election in December 1918
- Elected by an overwhelming majority
- Became a Member of Parliament for South Gundey Lock
- A film named "Michael Collins" was released in 1936
- Biographical film in which Liam Neeson plays Michael Collins
- Figures in Ireland's struggle for independence from Britain in the early 20th century
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