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The condition of Ireland and Anglo-Irish relations: the Easter Rising; the Anglo-Irish War; Government of Ireland Act and Anglo-Irish Treaty; divided Ireland before the Second World War.
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The condition of Ireland and Anglo-Irish relations: the Easter Rising; the Anglo-Irish War; Government of Ireland Act and Anglo-Irish Treaty; divided Ireland before the Second World War
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What was a significant outcome of the Easter Rising in 1916?
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The Easter Rising led to a significant shift in public opinion, as many Irish people began to support the nationalist cause following the execution of its leaders.
Key terms
- Partition: The division of Ireland into two separate entities: Northern Ireland and the Irish Free State, established in 1921.
- Sinn Féin: An Irish republican political party that played a significant role in the push for Irish independence, particularly after the Easter Rising.
Common trap
Confusing the Easter Rising with the Anglo-Irish War: The Easter Rising was a specific insurrection in 1916, while the Anglo-Irish War was a broader conflict from 1919 to 1921.
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