The history of Ireland is a turbulent one full of mysterious customs, fiery battles and unwavering pride. Many events have given account to the repeated struggle of the Irish people against invasion and the loss of their freedom. Such an incident also took place in the year 1916. It was probably one of the most important occurrences in Irish history, and it shaped the future of the country for many years to come, all the way until the present time. The event in question is until today known as the Easter Rising. On Easter Monday, the 24 April 1916, a siege was organized that lasted only for 5 days and ended in a massacre. However, the consequences of this comparatively small act of revolution were enormous. The Easter rising heavily influenced the political relations between Ireland and England during the years that followed, and was the foundation stone of Ireland’s militant fight for independence.
The aim of this paper will be to show that the Easter Rebellion of 1916 was the crucial event in the history of modern Ireland, and that it profoundly shaped political relations with England for many years afterwards. The first chapter will consist of a synopsis of the proceedings leading up to the rising, and the naming of possible reasons for the rebellion. Following will be a recount of the happenings on that fateful Easter Monday and the four days after, including the results of the upheaval and the subsequent reactions of the British government. Lastly it will be dealt with the consequences of the Easter rebellion, and how it influenced the political proceedings in the years following 1916.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Events leading to the Easter Rising
- The Easter Rising in 1916
- Preparation and British Interference
- The Easter Rising and its Downfall
- Immediate Consequences and Reactions
- The Political Events after 1916 as a Result of the Easter Rising
- The rise of Sinn Fein
- The General Election in 1918 and its Consequences
- The Anglo-Irish War from 1919-1921
- The Anglo-Irish Treaty in 1921
Objectives and Key Themes
This paper aims to demonstrate the significance of the Easter Rising of 1916 as a pivotal event in the history of modern Ireland. It will explore the long-lasting impact of the uprising on political relations between Ireland and England.
- The historical context leading to the Easter Rising, including the Act of Union, the Great Potato Famine, and the struggles for Catholic emancipation.
- The events of the Easter Rising itself, including the siege, its downfall, and the immediate reactions of the British government.
- The political consequences of the Easter Rising, including the rise of Sinn Fein, the Anglo-Irish War, and the Anglo-Irish Treaty.
- The lasting influence of the Easter Rising on Ireland's fight for independence.
- The power dynamics and political relations between Ireland and England in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Chapter Summaries
The first chapter provides a historical overview of the events leading up to the Easter Rising, highlighting key factors like the Act of Union, the Great Potato Famine, and the struggles for Catholic emancipation. The chapter will also discuss the reasons behind the rebellion.
The second chapter recounts the events of the Easter Rising, focusing on the siege, its ultimate failure, and the reactions of the British government. This chapter will delve into the immediate consequences of the uprising.
The third chapter examines the political events that unfolded in the years following the Easter Rising, including the rise of Sinn Fein, the General Election of 1918, and the subsequent Anglo-Irish War and Anglo-Irish Treaty. The chapter will discuss the profound influence of the Easter Rising on these events.
Keywords
Key themes and concepts explored in this paper include the Easter Rising, Irish independence, the Act of Union, the Great Potato Famine, Catholic emancipation, Sinn Fein, the Anglo-Irish War, and the Anglo-Irish Treaty. The paper focuses on the political and social dynamics between Ireland and England in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
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- Nadja Litschko (Author), 2004, The Easter Rising and its Political Consequences, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/31483
