Historical Events tagged with "anglo-irish treaty"
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End of 1923 Irish Hunger Strikes
The 1923 Irish hunger strikes concluded, resulting in the deaths of four Irish Republicans. These prisoners, advocating for their political rights, resorted to starvation as a form of protest in the wake of the Irish Civil War. Their plight drew attention to the treatment of political prisoners in Ireland. The strikes ended as international pressure mounted, but the toll was significant.
Continue ReadingIrish Free State Executes IRA Leaders
Liam Mellows, Rory O'Connor, Joe McKelvey, and Dick Barrett were executed by the Irish Free State government shortly after its establishment. These four men were leaders of the Irish Republican Army, which opposed the Anglo-Irish Treaty that created the Irish Free State. Their execution reflected deep divisions in Ireland over the Treaty, leading to further conflict and civil strife.
Continue ReadingIreland Partitioned into Two Entities
Northern Ireland and the Irish Free State were established as separate political entities following the partition of Ireland agreed upon in the Anglo-Irish Treaty. The treaty was signed in December of the previous year as a resolution to the Irish War of Independence, which sought to end British rule in Ireland. This new political arrangement was aimed at recognizing the demands of both nationalist and unionist communities. While the Irish Free State was established as a self-governing dominion under the British Commonwealth, Northern Ireland continued to align with Britain.
Continue ReadingMichael Collins Ambushed and Killed
Michael Collins, the Commander-in-chief of the Irish Free State Army, was shot dead during an ambush while traveling through County Kerry. Collins was part of the Irish Civil War, which erupted after the signing of the Anglo-Irish Treaty. This treaty had divided the country between pro-Treaty forces and anti-Treaty opponents, leading to fierce conflicts. The ambush involved anti-Treaty Republicans who sought to undermine the Free State government, and Collins' death marked a significant turning point in the civil war.
Continue ReadingShelling of the Four Courts Begins Irish Civil War
Free State forces commenced an assault on the Four Courts in Dublin, marking the start of the Irish Civil War. This military action aimed to eliminate anti-Treaty forces that had occupied the building. The shelling resulted in significant destruction and a violent conflict that lasted for several months.
Continue ReadingSinn Féin Secures Majority in Irish Free State Election
The pro-Treaty Sinn Féin party won a significant majority, marking a crucial moment in the establishment of the Irish Free State. The election, held under the new parliamentary system, was the first national vote since the Anglo-Irish Treaty. It revealed strong public support for the treaty, validating the party's stance in favor of the agreement that partitioned Ireland. This victory set the stage for the new government to consolidate authority and address the challenges of governance.
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