Fenians: Irish Nationalists and Revolutionary Group

Source: Who Are The Fenians? House Of Guinness' Political Group & Real Irish History Explained (2025-09-27)

The Fenians were a 19th-century Irish nationalist organization dedicated to ending British rule in Ireland through armed rebellion and revolutionary activities. Originating from the Irish Republican Brotherhood, they aimed to establish an independent Irish republic and were involved in various uprisings, including the Fenian Rising of 1867, which sought to inspire Irish independence through guerrilla warfare and clandestine operations. The group gained international support, especially among Irish communities abroad, notably in the United States, where they organized military campaigns and raised funds. Although their direct efforts often faced suppression, the Fenians played a significant role in fostering Irish nationalist sentiments and laid groundwork for future independence movements, eventually contributing to the Irish War of Independence in the early 20th century.

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