This is a series of notes made from using a range of A-Level Irish history textbooks to help me understand the context and back story of Barry’s novel.
Detailed notes and a simplified timeline :)
Made in mind for A-Level English Literature AQA, WW1 and its Aftermath
Focus on 1880s to 1922:
The 1st, 2nd and 3rd Home Rule bills
Growing feelings of unionism in Ulster and the growth of the UVF.
The return to arms
Roles of British PMs (Gladstone, Asquith and DLG)
The emergence of Sinn Fein
Trade Unions in Ireland - General Strike and the Lockout of 1913 to 14
The Easter Rising
The War of Independence and the partition of Ireland.
James (Jim) Larkin and other figures
Something went wrong, please try again later.
This resource hasn't been reviewed yet
To ensure quality for our reviews, only customers who have purchased this resource can review it
Report this resourceto let us know if it violates our terms and conditions.
Our customer service team will review your report and will be in touch.