History Of The Irish Insurrection Of 1798: Giving An Authentic Account Of The Various Battles Fought (1859)

""History Of The Irish Insurrection Of 1798"" is a non-fiction book written by Edward Hay and published in 1859. The book provides an in-depth and authentic account of the various battles fought during the Irish Insurrection of 1798. The author, Edward Hay, was an Irish historian and a member of the Society of United Irishmen, which was a political organization that aimed to achieve Irish independence from British rule. The book covers the events leading up to the insurrection, including the political and social conditions in Ireland at the time. It then goes on to describe the various battles fought between the Irish rebels and the British army, including the Battle of Vinegar Hill, which was one of the most significant battles of the insurrection. Hay's account of the insurrection is based on first-hand sources, including letters, diaries, and other historical documents. He provides detailed descriptions of the tactics used by both the rebels and the British army, as well as the key figures involved in the conflict. Overall, ""History Of The Irish Insurrection Of 1798"" is a comprehensive and informative account of a pivotal moment in Irish history. It provides valuable insights into the political and social conditions of the time, as well as the tactics and strategies used by both sides during the conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.