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United Irishmen Collection

The United Irishmen were a revolutionary group in late 18th century Ireland, dedicated to achieving independence from British rule and creating a more equal society

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: The seizure of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, 1798 (engraving)

The seizure of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, 1798 (engraving)
3103684 The seizure of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, 1798 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The seizure of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, 1798)

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: Wolfe Tone

Wolfe Tone
5312106 Wolfe Tone; (add.info.: Portrait of Wolfe Tone (1763-1798) an Irish patriot and revolutionary; Founder of the United Irishmen; Committed suicide in Dublin Prison rather than be put to death

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: Portrait of Thomas Addis Emmet

Portrait of Thomas Addis Emmet
3077588 Portrait of Thomas Addis Emmet; (add.info.: Portrait of Thomas Addis Emmet (1764-1827) an Irish and American lawyer and politician. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: Cruelty of the Irish rebels at Wexford, 1798 (engraving)

Cruelty of the Irish rebels at Wexford, 1798 (engraving)
3103686 Cruelty of the Irish rebels at Wexford, 1798 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cruelty of the Irish rebels at Wexford, 1798)

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: Attempt by the French fleet to land at Bantry Bay, Cork in 1796 (engraving)

Attempt by the French fleet to land at Bantry Bay, Cork in 1796 (engraving)
275625 Attempt by the French fleet to land at Bantry Bay, Cork in 1796 (engraving) by Warren, Henry (1794-1879) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: An Irish Howl: meeting of the National Convention of United Irishmen being shown the horrors of

An Irish Howl: meeting of the National Convention of United Irishmen being shown the horrors of republicanism
5997517 An Irish Howl: meeting of the National Convention of United Irishmen being shown the horrors of republicanism exemplified by the French Revolution, 1799 (engraving) by Rowlandson

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20122346

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Ireland, County Wicklow, Glenmalure Valley, 1798 United Irishmen Rebellion Memorial in memory of Michael Dwyer one of the rebellions leaders in the area

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20122347

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Ireland, County Kildare, Bodenstown, Wolfe Tone Memorial at hos burial site

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20122345

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Ireland, County Wicklow, Glenmalure Valley, 1798 United Irishmen Rebellion Memorial commemorating the 200th anniversary of the event

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: The Battle of Vinegar Hill, June 21st 1798, engraved by Henry Brocas (1762-1837)

The Battle of Vinegar Hill, June 21st 1798, engraved by Henry Brocas (1762-1837)
XJF105465 The Battle of Vinegar Hill, June 21st 1798, engraved by Henry Brocas (1762-1837) (engraving) (b&w photo) (see 123758 for colour) by Carey

Background imageUnited Irishmen Collection: Ballinamuck, County Longford, Ireland, Pikeman Statue

Ballinamuck, County Longford, Ireland, Pikeman Statue


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The United Irishmen were a revolutionary group in late 18th century Ireland, dedicated to achieving independence from British rule and creating a more equal society. Led by figures such as Wolfe Tone and Thomas Russell, the United Irishmen sought to unite Catholics and Protestants in their common cause for freedom. Despite facing harsh repression from the British government, the movement inspired generations of Irish nationalists and played a crucial role in shaping Ireland's path towards eventual independence. The legacy of the United Irishmen lives on today as a symbol of unity, courage, and determination in the fight for justice and equality.