Introduction To United Irishmen Rebellion Of 1798

By rebelvoiceblog

The Rising of 1798 was a heady rebellion in Ireland that created a framework for Irish Republicanism and the wars that followed. Founded by protestants in Belfast, the Republican United Irishmen sought to remove sectarianism from Irish society. They elicited help from Napoleon who sent ships and troops but they arrived on the west coast too late.

The Rising was strongest in Ulster but also took place in Wexford and Mayo. Sadly, it failed in its aims. However, it did succeed in inspiring Irish men and women of future generations who continued the fight against British colonialism. That fight continues to this very day and will go on until all of Ireland is free.

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  1. Owen Dunbar's avatar Owen Dunbar

    You say the rebellion ALSO took place in wexford when in fact wexford was the heart of the rebellion. You should come and visit Wexford sometime. Regards Owen Dunbar. Gorey Co Wexford .

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    1. rebelvoiceblog's avatar rebelvoiceblog

      As much as I admire your misplaced attempt to defend Wexford, I should point out that firstly, the United Irishmen were founded in Belfast. This is not always appreciated by those who are Free Staters and Blueshirts. Secondly, as for Wexford being the heart of the Rebellion? It wasn’t. There was no ‘heart’. Leinster did rise and fought well. If you can make any criticism of the article, then it is that Leinster did not get sufficient recognition for its efforts. Ulster also fought well with battles at Antrim town, Saintfield and most notably Ballynahinch. There were many skirmishes elsewhere. As for visiting Wexford? It is my intention to go to the 1798 interpretative centre at Enniscorthy at some point. When I do, it will be with respect for all those who risked and gave their lives so that Ireland might be free. Sadly, part of our nation is still under foreign rule. It’s a part of Ireland often forgotten by Free Staters. Thankfully, Republicans across this land have not nor will ever forget. Perhaps this is one part of the legacy of 1798 that every patriot can adhere to.

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