Rights and the Rule of Law
The United Irishmen
Discover more about the United Irishmen their rebellions and how they fought for democratic change in Ireland.
Ireland and the French Revolution
Find out why Ireland and the United Irishmen were so influenced by the French Revolution.
Catholics and the Act of Union
Find out how Ireland's Catholic population reacted to the Act of Union in 1801.
The Act of Union and Unionism
Discover how the Act of Union led to a rise in unionism in Ireland and opposition to Home Rule.
Home Rule and Nationalists
Find out how Home Rule and Nationalists' desire for self governance changed Ireland.
Opposition to Home Rule
Discover the factors that contributed to Unionist objections to Home Rule and their campaign and strategy against it.