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Why did they choose the Easter of 1916 to stage an uprising?
The Irish Republican Brotherhood (IRB) (a secret organization who opposed British rule and wanted to make Ireland a free democratic state) saw an opportunity to try and overthrow British rule at Easter in 1916, This was a good time to try and stage an uprising as England was in the middle of fighting in World War 1. It was also unexpected as it was a holy day. The reason why this date was chosen is summed up by the phrase: ‘England’s difficulty is Ireland’s opportunity’
By whom was it planned?
It was mainly planned by the Military Council of the IRB which included Thomas Clarke, Patrick Pearse, Sean McDermott, Thomas Mac Donough, Joseph Plunkett and Eamon Ceannt.
The Military Council also persuaded James Connolly and the Irish Citizen’s Army to take part in the uprising.
How did they try to get outside help and what was the result?
Roger Casement who was based in Germany worked to get German support for Irish independence. They secured 20,000 rifles from Germany which was going to bring the rifles to Ireland aboard the Aud which was disguised as a Norwegian fishing trawler. The Aud successfully arrived in Tralee Bay but the rebels were unable to obtain the rifles because the Aud was captured and scuttled by the British before the Irish arrived. Roger Casement as a result was arrested and hung by the British.
As a result of the failure of the arms delivery, MacNeill stated he would not take part unless they were attacked first. However, MacNeill was tricked by a forged document and agreed to allow the Irish Volunteers take part at Easter. However, MacNeill found out the document was a forgery and called off maneuvers on Easter Sunday.
What were the main events of the Rising?
Despite MacNeill’s withdrawal of support, the Military Council decided to go ahead on Easter Monday. On Easter Monday, less people than expected turned out. The rising was confined to Dublin and bound for military failure as the rebels were forced to barricade themselves into buildings such as the GPO with limited supplies.
Patrick Pearse read the Proclamation of the Republic outside the GPO. In it, the Military Council of the IRB, proclaimed itself the "Provisional Government of the Irish Republic" and proclaimed Ireland's independence from the United Kingdom.
Altogether, 1500 rebels took key buildings in the city such as the GPO, Boland’s Mills, Jacob’s Factory and The Four Courts. However, they failed to take Dublin Castle which was a mistake.
British reinforcements were called in from the Curragh and England to try to halt the uprising.
A patrol vessel called Helga, sailed upriver from Kingstown. The Helga shelled the GPO with help from the guns at Trinity College.
On Saturday, the sixth day, the rebels surrendered unconditionally.
What were the main consequences?
1) There was a lot of death and destruction. Approximately 500 people were killed and even more were injured. There was a lot of damage to buildings and streets in Dublin.
2) Because of the death and destruction, many Dubliners were angry with the rebels for starting the uprising.
3) 3,430 men and 79 women were arrested, although most were subsequently released by the British. In a series of courts martial, ninety people were sentenced to death including all seven signatories of the Proclamation: Thomas J. Clarke, Seán Mac Diarmada, Thomas MacDonagh, P. H. Pearse, Éamonn Ceannt, James Connolly and Joseph Plunkett.
4) 2000 people were interned (confined as a political or military prisoner) in England and Wales.
5) It was believed Sinn Féin was behind the uprising and they became popular. Éamon de Valera (who was a commander during the uprising) became its leader.
The Irish Republican Brotherhood (IRB) (a secret organization who opposed British rule and wanted to make Ireland a free democratic state) saw an opportunity to try and overthrow British rule at Easter in 1916, This was a good time to try and stage an uprising as England was in the middle of fighting in World War 1. It was also unexpected as it was a holy day. The reason why this date was chosen is summed up by the phrase: ‘England’s difficulty is Ireland’s opportunity’
By whom was it planned?
It was mainly planned by the Military Council of the IRB which included Thomas Clarke, Patrick Pearse, Sean McDermott, Thomas Mac Donough, Joseph Plunkett and Eamon Ceannt.
The Military Council also persuaded James Connolly and the Irish Citizen’s Army to take part in the uprising.
How did they try to get outside help and what was the result?
Roger Casement who was based in Germany worked to get German support for Irish independence. They secured 20,000 rifles from Germany which was going to bring the rifles to Ireland aboard the Aud which was disguised as a Norwegian fishing trawler. The Aud successfully arrived in Tralee Bay but the rebels were unable to obtain the rifles because the Aud was captured and scuttled by the British before the Irish arrived. Roger Casement as a result was arrested and hung by the British.
As a result of the failure of the arms delivery, MacNeill stated he would not take part unless they were attacked first. However, MacNeill was tricked by a forged document and agreed to allow the Irish Volunteers take part at Easter. However, MacNeill found out the document was a forgery and called off maneuvers on Easter Sunday.
What were the main events of the Rising?
Despite MacNeill’s withdrawal of support, the Military Council decided to go ahead on Easter Monday. On Easter Monday, less people than expected turned out. The rising was confined to Dublin and bound for military failure as the rebels were forced to barricade themselves into buildings such as the GPO with limited supplies.
Patrick Pearse read the Proclamation of the Republic outside the GPO. In it, the Military Council of the IRB, proclaimed itself the "Provisional Government of the Irish Republic" and proclaimed Ireland's independence from the United Kingdom.
Altogether, 1500 rebels took key buildings in the city such as the GPO, Boland’s Mills, Jacob’s Factory and The Four Courts. However, they failed to take Dublin Castle which was a mistake.
British reinforcements were called in from the Curragh and England to try to halt the uprising.
A patrol vessel called Helga, sailed upriver from Kingstown. The Helga shelled the GPO with help from the guns at Trinity College.
On Saturday, the sixth day, the rebels surrendered unconditionally.
What were the main consequences?
1) There was a lot of death and destruction. Approximately 500 people were killed and even more were injured. There was a lot of damage to buildings and streets in Dublin.
2) Because of the death and destruction, many Dubliners were angry with the rebels for starting the uprising.
3) 3,430 men and 79 women were arrested, although most were subsequently released by the British. In a series of courts martial, ninety people were sentenced to death including all seven signatories of the Proclamation: Thomas J. Clarke, Seán Mac Diarmada, Thomas MacDonagh, P. H. Pearse, Éamonn Ceannt, James Connolly and Joseph Plunkett.
4) 2000 people were interned (confined as a political or military prisoner) in England and Wales.
5) It was believed Sinn Féin was behind the uprising and they became popular. Éamon de Valera (who was a commander during the uprising) became its leader.