Easter Rising
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Date
April 24, 1916
Type
National
Author
smithsheep
Location
Dublin,
Leinster,
Ireland
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Categories
Political & Governance
Military & Conflict
Social & Civil Rights
Event Details
Easter Rising (1916-04-24)
The Easter Rising was an armed insurrection in Ireland during Easter Week. Irish republicans ended British rule in Ireland and established an independent Irish Republic. Although the rising was suppressed by the British army, it led to increased popular support for Irish independence.
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
- Context: National level event.
Categories: Military & Conflict, Political & Governance, Social & Civil Rights