Fenians Collection

Holland Submarine 1900
Irish inventor Holland, funded by the Fenians, produces a succession of successful submarines in America; the Holland is shown at anchor in New York harbour

Battle of Ridgeway, Ontario (Canada West) 2 June 1866. Rout of Canadian troops by an irregular Irish-American army
528083 Battle of Ridgeway, Ontario (Canada West) 2 June 1866. Rout of Canadian troops by an irregular Irish-American army, the Fenians, left

Interior of Mountjoy Prison, Dublin, where the Fenians are confined (engraving)
1099227 Interior of Mountjoy Prison, Dublin, where the Fenians are confined (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of Mountjoy Prison, Dublin)

The State of Ireland: Police patrol challenges a suspected person
XJF347936 The State of Ireland: Police patrol challenges a suspected person, from The Illustrated London News, c.1880 (engraving) by O Kelly, Aloysius C

Pursuit of the Fenians in Tipperary (engraving)
1611004 Pursuit of the Fenians in Tipperary (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pursuit of the Fenians in Tipperary)

Eastport, Maine, the Rendezvous of Fenians in the United States (engraving)
1099132 Eastport, Maine, the Rendezvous of Fenians in the United States (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eastport, Maine)

Battle of Ridgeway, C. W. pub. 1869 (coloured engraving)
2655383 Battle of Ridgeway, C.W. pub. 1869 (coloured engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mountjoy Prison 1866
Interior of Mountjoy Prison, Dublin, where the fenians are confined. Date: 1866

Explosions at Houses of Parliament 1885
The front cover of The Graphic, 31 January, 1885, reporting on dynamite explosions at the Houses of Parliament, part of a bombing campaign by the Irish Republican Brotherhood, nicknamed the Fenians

Battle of Ridgeway, Ontario (Canada West) 2 June 1866. Rout of Canadian troops by an irregular Irish-American army, the Fenians, left

Florence Dixie Attacked
Writer, socialite and traveller Lady FLORENCE DIXIE is attacked under mysterious circumstances at her home, The Fishery : a connection with Irish Fenians is suspected. Date: 1883

Source Size = 3969 x 2541
Eastport, Maine, the Rendezvous of Fenians in the United States, 1866

Source Size = 3976 x 2726
Interior of Mountjoy Prison, Dublin, where the Fenians are Confined, 1866, Ireland

Source Size = 5692 x 3957
Trial of the Fenians at Manchester: the Special Commission in the Assize Courthouse, Uk, 1867

The Feninan Banner, (litho)
XJF476213 The Feninan Banner, (litho) by Irish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fenian Banner is a symbol of Irish Republicanism, calling for Justice to Ireland)

Tower of London 1885
The scene after an explosion in the White Tower at the Tower of London. The attack was carried out by Fenians, one of a number of similar attacks by the Irish Nationalists in 1885

Fight with Fenians
Gunfight between Fenian moonlighters and the police, at Mill, near Cork

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The Fenians, a revolutionary Irish nationalist organization, left an indelible mark on history through their audacious actions and unwavering determination. From the explosive events at the Houses of Parliament in 1885 to the Manchester Outrages of 1867, their activities shook nations and sparked intense debates. One cannot forget the chilling sketches in Dublin connected with the Murder Conspiracy or the haunting interior of Mountjoy Prison where these fervent individuals were confined. The State of Ireland was marred by unrest as police patrols constantly challenged suspected Fenians, trying to maintain order amidst chaos. Engravings depicting the pursuit in Tipperary showcased both their elusiveness and resilience. Meanwhile, funerals became somber reminders of lives lost; Sergeant Brett's funeral after being killed by Fenians in Manchester evoked deep sorrow. Across borders, Eastport, Maine emerged as a rendezvous point for Fenian activity within the United States. Even Canadian volunteers found themselves embroiled in skirmishes with these passionate nationalists - a scene captured poignantly during a funeral at Toronto's cemetery. The Battle of Ridgeway stands out as one of their most significant clashes - a vividly colored engraving immortalizing this historic event published in 1869. It symbolized not only their commitment but also highlighted how far-reaching their influence had become. Mountjoy Prison remained an emblematic location throughout this tumultuous period; its walls witnessed countless stories unfold within its confines. As we reflect upon these images and events from over a century ago, we are reminded that even amidst controversy and conflict, there is always room for change and progress towards peace.