Easter Rebellion Collection

Preparations for the Easter (Dublin) Rising of 1916 Mary Spring Rice and Molly Childers on the yacht Asgard bring guns from Germany to the Irish Volunteers, July 1914

Bloody Easter Dublin Martyrs to the cause....these men.....and one woman led the 1916 Rebellion. They were not Quite the mould of Bolshevik revolutioinaries

EASTER REBELLION PARADE, 1933. Irish women parade through Dublin in commemmoration of those who died during the Easter Rebellion of April 1916. Photograph, 1933

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Ireland, County Sligo, Sligo town, Wall mural commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Rebellion in Ireland

Bloody Easter Dublin Further down O Connel Street from the beseiged post office the exchange of fire set buildings ablaze. At the back was Liberty hall... Rebel headquarters, also under siege

Erskine Childers (in oilskins) as arms landed from the Asgard at Howth in 1914 Aboard Asgard at Howth pier, Molly Childers

EASTER REBELLION, 1916. Ruined buildings in Sackville Street, Dublin, Ireland, which were shelled by a boat in the Liffey River during the April 1916 uprising

EASTER REBELLION, 1916. Crowds milling before the ruins of the General Post Office at Dublin, Ireland, wrecked by the fire set by rebels toward the end of the uprising, 28 April 1916

EASTER REBELLION, 1916. British soldiers armed with machine guns to quell the rebellion in south Dublin, Ireland

EASTER REBELLION, 1916. The ruins in Sackville Street, Dublin, in the aftermath of the uprising

EASTER REBELLION, 1916. Ruins on the south bank of the Liffey River, Dublin, in the aftermath of the April 1916 uprising

EASTER REBELLION, 1916. Sinn Fein headquarters at Liberty Hall, Beresford Place, Dublin, Ireland, as it appeared in the aftermath of the April 1916 uprising

JAMES CONNOLLY (1870-1916). Irish socialist. Photograph, c1900

British troops hold a barrier in a Dublin Street during the week long Irish Rebellion of 1916. Topfoto stills library picture library stock archive vintage Ireland Irish Rebellion 1916

On 26 July 1914 - in the midst of the European pre-war July Crisis - Childers sailed into Howth in his own yacht, the Asgard, bearing 900 rifles and 14, 000 rounds of ammunition

O Connell Street, Dublin, after the Insurrection Easter Week 1916. Photo looking from Mansfields Corner of Middle Abbey Street towards Hopkins and Hopkins, Corner Eden Quay, O Connill Bridge

Easter rising, Dublin The Prime Minister Herbert Asquith leaving the barbed-wire courtyard of the Richmond Barracks where the Sinn Feiners have been confined in Dublin

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The Easter Rebellion of 1916 in Dublin was a pivotal moment in Irish history, marking a significant step towards independence. Mary Spring Rice and Molly were among the brave individuals who meticulously prepared for this uprising, driven by their unwavering determination to free Ireland from British rule. In 1933, Irish women paraded through the streets of Dublin to commemorate the Easter Rebellion, proudly honoring those who had fought for their nation's freedom. The image captured by EyeUbiquitous_20121162 reflects the strength and unity displayed during this event. However, it is important to note that rebellion against oppression is not limited to one country or time period. In Jamaica during 1760 and 1800, black slaves rose up against their oppressors in an uprising that shook the foundations of colonialism. This powerful act of resistance was documented by Francois-Anne David. Erskine Childers played a crucial role in arming rebels during the Easter Rebellion as arms were landed from Asgard at Howth in 1914. His courage and dedication exemplified the spirit of those fighting for Ireland's independence. Tragically, many lives were lost during this bloody conflict. The Dublin Martyrs became symbols of sacrifice and martyrdom for their cause – heroes whose memory would forever be etched into history. The ruins left behind after the rebellion serve as haunting reminders of both destruction and resilience. Sackville Street stood as a testament to the fierce battle waged between British soldiers armed with machine guns and rebellious forces seeking liberation. Yet amidst these ruins emerged hope; crowds gathered before what remained of General Post Office at Dublin – a symbol of defiance against tyranny. On both sides of Liffey River lay remnants reflecting both devastation and determination. Liberty Hall served as Sinn Fein headquarters throughout this tumultuous period – its walls witnessing countless meetings where plans were hatched and dreams shared amongst passionate revolutionaries striving for an independent Ireland.