The Fenian Brotherhood was a revolutionary organization founded in the United States in 1858 by Irish immigrants, aiming to establish an independent Irish republic. It sought to achieve this goal through armed insurrection and was part of a broader movement for Irish nationalism that included various groups in both Ireland and America. The Brotherhood was named after the Fianna, legendary warriors in Irish mythology, and played a significant role in the Irish struggle for independence, particularly through attempts to organize uprisings and support for Irish nationalist movements. The organization eventually declined by the late 19th century but laid the groundwork for future Irish nationalist efforts.
Fenian: a member of the Irish Republican Brotherhood in the 19th century.
The Fenians (Fenian Brotherhood).
"Fenian men" refers to members of the Fenian Brotherhood, an Irish nationalist organization founded in the United States in the 1850s. The group aimed to promote Irish independence from British rule through both political and military means. The term is often associated with the broader Fenian movement, which included similar groups in Ireland and among Irish immigrants. The Fenians are particularly known for their attempts to stage uprisings and their influence on Irish republicanism.
Fenian Rising happened in 1867.
Fenian raids happened in 1818-04.
John O'Leary - Fenian - was born in 1830.
John O'Leary - Fenian - died in 1907.
James Stephens - Fenian - was born in 1824.
James Stephens - Fenian - died in 1901.
The Fenian Raids were primarily driven by the desire for Irish independence from British rule, fueled by nationalist sentiments among Irish expatriates in the United States and Canada. The Fenian Brotherhood, an organization of Irish nationalists, sought to liberate Ireland through military action, believing that launching raids into Canada could pressure Britain and garner support for their cause. The raids occurred in the 1860s and 1870s, reflecting the growing frustration over British policies in Ireland and the need for a united Irish front against colonial oppression.
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