Unionism in Ulster: Key Insights

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What was a significant advantage of the Act of Union for Belfast?

Creation of the Orange Order
Economic growth through connections with other cities in the UK (correct)
Increased religious conflicts
Retirement of the Ulster Unionist Party

The Orange Order was established to promote Catholic interests in Ireland.

False (B)

What were some reasons that supporters of the Act of Union felt it was beneficial?

Economic benefits, religious protection, national identity.

Protestants in Ulster established the ____________ to safeguard against a perceived Catholic takeover.

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Match the reasons supporters had for the Act of Union with their corresponding descriptions:

<p>Economic Benefits = Jobs provided by Britain Religious Protection = Felt their religion was safeguarded National Identity = Pride in being British</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Act of Union and Belfast

The Act of Union (1801) joined Ireland and Great Britain. For Belfast, it meant they could trade freely with wealthy British cities.

Religious Conflict in Belfast

Despite the Union, religious tensions persisted between Protestants and Catholics in Belfast.

Ulster Protection

The Orange Order and Ulster Unionist Party formed to protect the Act of Union. Protestants feared a Catholic takeover of Ireland.

Economic Benefits of the Union

One reason for supporting the Act of Union was the economic benefits provided by Britain, including jobs in Ulster.

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Religious Protection under the Union

Another reason for supporting the Union was that Protestants felt their religion was better protected under British rule.

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Study Notes

Unionism in Ulster

The Act of Union benefited Belfast, connecting it to other prosperous UK cities.
Despite union, conflict remained between Protestants and Catholics in Belfast.
Frequent clashes erupted between the two groups.
Protestants formed the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) to protect their interests and the Act of Union.
Protestants feared Catholic domination of Ireland and organized to maintain their power.