The years 1912-25 saw the violent end of British rule in Ireland and its replacement with two new Irish states representing conflicting visions of the Irish future. Typically styled as a an ‘Irish revolution’ this period in fact saw two dual revolutions carried out by unionists and nationalists. Despite their mutual antagonism and polarised political outlooks, they shared a great deal in common. Both used protest and violence to repudiate British authority in Ireland and established their own power by engaging in brutal civil wars which saw the deliberate targeting of political and religious minorities.
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The years 1912-25 saw the violent end of British rule in Ireland and its replacement with two new Irish states representing conflicting visions of the Irish future. Typically styled as a an ‘Irish revolution’ this period in fact saw two dual revolutions carried out by unionists and nationalists. Despite their mutual antagonism and polarised political outlooks, they shared a great deal in common. Both used protest and violence to repudiate British authority in Ireland and established their own power by engaging in brutal civil wars which saw the deliberate targeting of political and religious minorities.
The years 1912-25 saw the violent end of British rule in Ireland and its replacement with two new Irish states representing conflicting visions of the Irish future. Typically styled as a an ‘Irish revolution’ this period in fact saw two dual revolutions carried out by unionists and nationalists. Despite their mutual antagonism and polarised political outlooks, they shared a great deal in common. Both used protest and violence to repudiate British authority in Ireland and established their own power by engaging in brutal civil wars which saw the deliberate targeting of political and religious minorities.
The course offers an accessible and comprehensive analysis of the main events by examining the causes, course and consequence of revolutionary change in Ireland from the initial crisis over the Third Home Rule Bill in 1912 to the consolidation of partition Ulster with the settling of the boundary issue in 1925. Major topic areas will include:
-The Ulster Crisis of 1912-1914
-The Easter Rising and the rise of Sinn Fein
-The IRA and the Irish War of Independence
-The turbulent birth of Northern Ireland and the copperfastening of partition
-The Irish Civil War
Presented in an accessible style with particular reference to the needs of beginners and those with a general interest in the period, it also caters for students in further and higher education. Each section contains an easy to follow narrative, guides to the most important reading on the topics, sample historical writings, sample essay and examination questions and links to web resources.
The course is supported by an appendix of contemporary sources and a range of additional information including a chronology of significant events, maps, a glossary of key individuals and an extensive bibliography. This course is sure to be welcomed by those interested in the areas of Irish history, Politics or Irish Studies as well as anyone trying to get to grips with this most turbulent and fascinating period of modern Irish history which continues to shape modern Ireland to this day.
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Learning objectives
- Provide students with a critical understanding of the key events, causes and consequences of the irish revolution
- To allow students to explore major themes in modern irish history in the era of revolution and partition
- Acquaint students with a wide selection of relevant contemporary sources and conflicting historical interpretations
- To introduce students to some of the most important scholarly debates in the field
- Provide students with a critical understanding of the key events, causes and consequences of the irish revolution
- To allow students to explore major themes in modern irish history in the era of revolution and partition
- Acquaint students with a wide selection of relevant contemporary sources and conflicting historical interpretations
- To introduce students to some of the most important scholarly debates in the field
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Background to the Irish Revolution
Introduction and Course Overview
Consequences of the Famine
Constitutional Nationalism
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Comprehensive irish revolution overview
Encourages exploring diverse interpretations and academic debates.
Offers extensive resources for deeper learning and study.
Designed to accommodate both beginners and advanced learners.
Thoroughly explores key events and themes of the revolution.
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Review: The Irish Revolution by Tim Pat Coogan
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Reading and reviewing this book will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the Irish revolution.
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Read The Irish Revolution by Tim Pat Coogan.
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Write a summary of the book, including the key events and people involved.
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Answer the discussion questions at the end of each chapter.
Attend a Workshop on Irish History
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Attending a workshop on Irish history will help you gain a deeper understanding of the context for the events covered in this course.
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Find a workshop on Irish history that is being offered in your area.
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Attend the workshop and take notes on the material.
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Discuss the material with the other participants.
Guided Tutorial on the Easter Rising
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Following a guided tutorial on the Easter Rising will help you understand the significance and impact of this event.
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Find a guided tutorial on the Easter Rising online or in a library.
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Watch or read the tutorial carefully, taking notes on the key points.
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Answer the discussion questions at the end of the tutorial.
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Peer Study Group on the Irish War of Independence
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Participating in a peer study group will help you learn from and collaborate with other students.
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Find a group of peers who are also taking this course.
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Meet regularly to discuss the course material.
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Work together to complete assignments and projects.
Practice Essay Questions on the Irish Revolution
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Practicing essay questions will help you prepare for exams and improve your writing skills.
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Find sample essay questions on the Irish revolution online or in a library.
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Write practice essays on these questions.
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Get feedback on your essays from your instructor or a peer.
Create a Concept Map of the Irish Civil War
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Creating a concept map of the Irish Civil War will help you visualize the key events and people involved.
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Identify the key events and people involved in the Irish Civil War.
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Create a diagram or chart that shows the relationships between these events and people.
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Label the diagram or chart with clear and concise text.
Review: The Irish Revolution by Tim Pat Coogan
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Reading and reviewing this book will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the Irish revolution.
Show steps
- Read The Irish Revolution by Tim Pat Coogan.
- Write a summary of the book, including the key events and people involved.
- Answer the discussion questions at the end of each chapter.
Attend a Workshop on Irish History
Show steps
Attending a workshop on Irish history will help you gain a deeper understanding of the context for the events covered in this course.
Show steps
- Find a workshop on Irish history that is being offered in your area.
- Attend the workshop and take notes on the material.
- Discuss the material with the other participants.
Guided Tutorial on the Easter Rising
Show steps
Following a guided tutorial on the Easter Rising will help you understand the significance and impact of this event.
Show steps
- Find a guided tutorial on the Easter Rising online or in a library.
- Watch or read the tutorial carefully, taking notes on the key points.
- Answer the discussion questions at the end of the tutorial.
Peer Study Group on the Irish War of Independence
Show steps
Participating in a peer study group will help you learn from and collaborate with other students.
Show steps
- Find a group of peers who are also taking this course.
- Meet regularly to discuss the course material.
- Work together to complete assignments and projects.
Practice Essay Questions on the Irish Revolution
Show steps
Practicing essay questions will help you prepare for exams and improve your writing skills.
Show steps
- Find sample essay questions on the Irish revolution online or in a library.
- Write practice essays on these questions.
- Get feedback on your essays from your instructor or a peer.
Create a Concept Map of the Irish Civil War
Show steps
Creating a concept map of the Irish Civil War will help you visualize the key events and people involved.
Show steps
- Identify the key events and people involved in the Irish Civil War.
- Create a diagram or chart that shows the relationships between these events and people.
- Label the diagram or chart with clear and concise text.
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