easter rising

• What was the Easter Rising of 1916?


  It was a rebellion in Dublin aimed at overthrowing British rule in Ireland.
• What was the aim of the Easter Rising?


  The aim was to overthrow British rule in Ireland.
• Who was Patrick Pearse?


  He was a leader of the Easter Rising in 1916.
• What role did Eamon de Valera play in the Easter Rising?


  He was one of the leaders of the Easter Rising.
• Who was James Connolly?


  He was a leader of the Easter Rising and a socialist activist.
• What were the three main groups of rebel forces in the Easter Rising?

  1. Irish Republican Brotherhood (IRB)
  2. Irish Citizen Army (ICA)
  3. Cumann na mBan
• What happened outside Dublin's General Post Office on Monday, 24 April 1916?


  The Easter Rising officially began with the proclamation of the Irish Republic.
• What was the significance of the Easter Rising?


  It marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for Irish independence.
• What happened after the Easter Rising?


  • Leaders were executed by British authorities.
  • Increased support for Irish nationalism.
  • Led to the eventual establishment of the Irish Free State.
• What year did the Easter Rising take place?

  1916
• Where did the Easter Rising occur?

  In Dublin, Ireland.
• What was the main event that took place in Dublin in 1916?


  The Easter Rising
• What was the purpose of the Easter Rising in 1916?


  To establish an independent Irish Republic
• What were the three main groups of rebel forces during the Easter Rising?

  • Irish Republican Brotherhood
  • Irish Citizen Army
  • Ceann na mBan
• What significant event occurred outside Dublin's General Post Office on April 24, 1916?


  Patrick Pearse read the Proclamation of the Irish Republic
• What happened to the General Post Office during the Easter Rising?


  The building was destroyed by fire
• Who was Patrick Pearse?


  A leader of the Easter Rising who read the Proclamation
• What was the outcome of the Easter Rising for the country?


  The country was placed under martial law
• What were the consequences faced by individuals after the Easter Rising?

  Many arrests and executions occurred
• What was 'Home Rule' in the context of Ireland?


  • A movement advocating for self-government in Ireland
  • Aimed to establish a parliament in Dublin
  • Sought to give Ireland more control over its own affairs
• How did the Easter Rising impact the perception of Irish nationalism?


  It intensified support for Irish independence
• What was the role of the Irish Citizen Army during the Easter Rising?


  It was made up of Dublin workers who fought for independence
• Who was James Connolly in relation to the Easter Rising?


  He was a leader of the Irish Citizen Army
• What was the date of the Easter Rising?24-29 April , 1916
• What was the significance of the Proclamation of the Irish Republic?


  It declared Ireland's independence from British rule
• What was the immediate effect of the Easter Rising on the Irish population?


  It led to a crackdown and increased repression by British authorities