Why did the 1798 Irish Rebellion happen?

Answer 1

The Irish Rebellion of 1798 was inspired by the American and French Revolutions. It lasted for 4 months, but remnants of the rebel armies would continue to wage guerrilla warfare for several years.

Answer 2

In October 1779, the Irish parliament got it's way by being able to pass free trade between Ireland and Britain. Before this law, there was a charge on Irish goods going into Britain which made Irish goods costly in Britain. free trade was better for the Irish because people in Britain would be happier to buy Irish goods.

Answer 3

The Irish demanded representation in the government.

Answer 4

The Irish demanding representation in the government, is what caused them to revolt against Great Britain in the early nineteenth century

Answer 5

Because the English were ruling them and like all oppressed countries the wanted their freedom

Answer 6

American and french revoulution