Alliance of Irish Royalists and Confederates Formed
January 17th, 1649
January 17th, 1649

How Long Ago?
376 years, 1 month, 26 days ago
Location
Ireland
Category
Military & Warfare
War/Conflict
War of the Three Kingdoms
People
- Charles I
- Oliver Cromwell
- James Butler
Links & References
- Second Ormonde Peace
- Cavalier
- Confederate Ireland
- Wars of the Three Kingdoms
- Cromwellian conquest of Ireland
Tags
Alliance of Irish Royalists and Confederates Formed
In early 1649, the Second Ormonde Peace was established to forge an alliance between Irish Royalists and Confederates during the ongoing conflict in Ireland. This coalition aimed to unify their efforts against the English Parliamentarians and their military campaign. The negotiations were facilitated by the Duke of Ormonde, who sought to stabilize the region amid the chaos of the War of the Three Kingdoms. However, this alliance was short-lived, as they faced a decisive defeat during the Cromwellian conquest of Ireland shortly thereafter, leading to significant shifts in power dynamics.
Duke of Ormonde facilitated negotiations
Alliance aimed to counter English Parliamentarians
Coalition faced internal divisions and conflicts
Cromwell's forces delivered a decisive defeat
What Happened?
The Second Ormonde Peace initiated a coalition that sought to unite various factions in Ireland during a tumultuous period defined by the War of the Three Kingdoms. At a time when the conflict was escalating, the Irish Royalists, supporting King Charles I, attempted to align with the Irish Confederates, who were attempting to maintain autonomy and resist English Puritan control. The negotiations were primarily driven by the Duke of James Butler, 1st Duke of Ormonde, who believed that only a united front could effectively challenge the authority of the English Parliament, especially amid growing tensions and military actions by Oliver Cromwell's forces.
The resulting agreement stipulated military cooperation and political support. However, the coalition proved to be fragile, as differing motivations and priorities emerged within the allied factions. The Royalists sought to restore monarchical rule while the Confederates were primarily focused on securing their own rights and land. These differing aims ultimately undermined their military strength, and soon units from both factions were embroiled in skirmishes rather than a cohesive campaign against foreign domination.
The alliance, while historically significant in the attempt to unify Irish forces, resulted in a substantial setback when Cromwell's New Model Army launched a full-scale invasion. The decisive defeats faced at battles such as the Siege of Drogheda illustrated the inadequacies of the alliance and led to further consolidation of English power in Ireland. The aftermath saw devastating repercussions for the Irish, resulting in confiscation of lands and widespread suffering caused by the war's brutal tactics.
Why Does it Matter?
The formation and subsequent failure of this coalition are important for understanding the fracturing of Irish resistance against English rule. The Second Ormonde Peace represents a critical moment in the War of the Three Kingdoms as it highlights the complexities of political loyalties within Ireland. The loss of this alliance paved the way for more severe military actions and the eventual Cromwellian settlement, which facilitated long-term changes in Irish governance and society.
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