Fenian

The Fenians sought to outflank the British Coast Guards stationed in Canada with guerilla warfare. Their plan was to cause a bloody rebellion until news that the treatment of the Irish has improved or until the patience of England is quite worn out. The lyrics “..we’re going to fight for Ireland…. And we’ll go and capture, for we’ve got nothing else to do” exemplifies the Fenians rentlesslesnes and the pride they took in trying to liberate Ireland. Copies of the proclamation of General T. W. Sweeny

The Fenian Movement Fenian Movement, which was organized 1858, started as a secret revolutionary society in Ireland and the United States. This movement was created in the honor of the Fianna, known as the ancient Irish warriors. Fenians wanted to achieve Irish Independence from England by force. This movement was also known as the Fenian Brotherhood, Fenian Society, Irish Republican Brotherhood, and Irish American Brotherhood. The Fenians also had a very strong military force located in

Fenian Movement The word “Fenian” comes from Irish folklore. It is described as an ancient group of knights who were independent and had a form of nationalism for their homeland of Ireland. According to the legend, Irish rebels who were known as knights gave up a chance for world dominion by leaving their country to keep Ireland alive, through their pride for the country. In 1848, a movement struck in Ireland, to achieve independence from England by using force. The movement was led by a group

known as the Fenian Brotherhood. This group was created to help solve the crises of the potato famine, the poor government, and the ongoing problems with the church. Between the years of 1856 and 1870, the Fenians organized an uprising in Ireland with invasions in British cities and outbreaks in Canada (de Nie). The goal of this society was to achieve independence from England by using force. This revolution would be successful if certain groups in the society were strong. The Fenian Brotherhood

Fenian Manifesto  For this assignment we are to write a 2,000-word, roughly, essay on one of three documents. The Fenian Manifesto, Parnell's Speech or the Objects of Inghinidhe na hÉireann. I have as such chosen to do this essay on the 1867 Fenian Manifesto written for the failed Fenian Rising of the same year. I will be focusing this essay on three specific areas, specifically the 1867 proclamation compared to the 1916 proclamation on religious grounds, secondly the aspect of socialism and how

over to North America during the 19th century by the Fenian Brotherhood. During that time many Irish people doubted a rebellion in their own country could be successful, because the British military proved to be too strong and unwavering. The Fenian Brotherhood approached the problem from a different side by attacking British colonies in Canada in order to pressure Great Britain into releasing its claim on Ireland. These attacks were called the Fenian raids on Canada and occurred between 1866 and 1871

The Fenians Cause and Consequence: The cause for the actions of the Fenians was to grant Ireland independence from Britain. The consequences of their action include many deaths and injuries on both sides, the British, and the Fenians. Who Were the Fenians? The term Fenians applied to members of various Irish organizations that took place in the USA, that launched many raids into Canadian territory, from 1866 to 1871. Although they were a USA based organization, The United States did not support

Every family has a unique background that influences the way they live and interact with other people. My parents, who emigrated from Ireland to the States with my three brothers in 1989, brought over their own Celtic folklore and traditions that have helped shaped the way our family operates and lives. One aspect of folklore that has helped shape my family dynamic is the Celtic cross—both its background and what role it has played in our lives. The Celtic cross has an extensive history in relation

question of whether the judge in the 1866 Fenian trials was just and impartial requires a nuanced analysis, considering both legal procedures and the external political influences that shaped the proceedings. While the judge's adherence to the legal framework suggests some degree of impartiality, the surrounding political and social context raises serious questions about the fairness of the trials, complicating the assessment of his impartiality. The Fenian trials were conducted against the backdrop

hotel room, investigators have found newspapers that talked about the Fenians hatred towards Britain. Clearly, Whelan supported terrorism this suspicious behavior that Whelan showed, suggests that he is guilty, as does his motive. Anger, because of it, Whelan had the motive to kill Thomas D’Arcy McGee. He was furious with McGee for being a traitor and for calling the Fenians “Political Leprosy”. Before McGee had left the Fenians, they fought together like brothers, but all of Whelan’s respect for