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BISHOP OF FERNS 1798

BISHOP OF FERNS 1798


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BISHOP OF FERNS 1798

Rebels plunder the palace of the Bishop of Ross. Date: May 1798

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1798 Bishop Ferns Plunder Rebels Ross


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This evocative print depicts a pivotal moment in Irish history during the uprising of 1798. The scene unfolds at the Palace of the Bishop of Ross in Ferns, County Wexford, as rebels plunder the estate in May of that year. The rebellion, led by the United Irishmen, was an attempt to overthrow British rule and establish an independent Irish republic. The Bishop of Ferns, William Walsh, was a prominent figure in the region and owned extensive lands, making his palace a symbol of British power and wealth. As the rebellion gained momentum, the palace became a target for the insurgents, who saw it as a representation of the oppressive rule they sought to overthrow. The print captures the chaos and destruction wrought by the rebels as they ransack the palace. Men in rough clothing and armed with weapons storm through the doors, while others load loot onto carts and horses. The bishop, dressed in his robes and holding a crucifix, stands in the foreground, looking on in horror as his home is destroyed. The print offers a glimpse into the tumultuous events of 1798, a year of revolution and upheaval in Ireland. It serves as a reminder of the profound impact of political and social unrest on individuals and communities, and the lasting legacy of the struggle for Irish independence.

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